Junior Contaminated Sites Scientist

Associated Engineering; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable environmental consulting firm based in Edmonton seeks a Junior Environmental Scientist to contribute to contaminated site investigations. The role requires an undergraduate degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting quality investigations, preparing reports, and working on field projects. The firm offers flexible arrangements, competitive compensation, and a culture that values professional development and team collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Extended health benefits

Pension program

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of experience in contaminated sites in environmental consulting.
• Willingness to work in remote field locations.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation on contaminated sites required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil and groundwater quality investigations.
• Provide field services for investigations and spill response.
• Prepare technical reports for investigations.

Skills

Interest in soil and water remediation

Time management

Strong writing skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Junior Environmental Scientist – Contaminated Sites in our Edmonton office.

You are a junior level scientist motivated to gain valuable experience working on a wide variety of interesting projects and in various settings. You have a genuine interest in soil and water remediation, soil chemistry, field sampling, northern sites, or climate change and are willing to support data entry, report writing and other office‑based tasks. You bring a positive and collaborative attitude and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment and independently. We offer a culture that promotes entrepreneurial spirit within the stability of a well‑established company. Our growing Edmonton office provides many professional development and advancement opportunities for those with an aptitude for consulting.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Conducting soil, surface water, vapour and groundwater quality investigations, and summarizing laboratory results.
• Providing field services for contaminated site investigations and spill response projects.
• Completing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, including research and interviews.
• Preparing technical reports for investigations.
• Liaising with clients, laboratories and contractors.
• Assisting with proposal preparations.
• Tracking project budgets.

Job Requirements

What you will bring

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• 3+ years post‑graduation contaminated sites experience in environmental consulting, monitoring or applied research, including field experience.
• Willingness to work in the field in remote locations.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation and regulatory requirements surrounding contaminated sites.
• Self‑motivated with strong time management and organizational ability.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to follow direction and take initiative.
• Commitment to quality work.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Registered or eligible for registration with a professional organization in Alberta (e.g. P.Ag, P.Geo or P.Chem), is an asset.
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), is an asset.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, matching company pension program and a parental leave top‑up program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, including COR® (Certificate of Recognition) certification, and overall wellness including fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company‑wide Olympics), lunch‑and‑learns, and community support initiatives.