Environmental Planner

Dillon Consulting; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking an Environmental Consultant to contribute to environmental assessments and regulatory processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in environmental studies and strong communication skills. Dillon Consulting offers a supportive culture, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Employee share purchase plan

Competitive compensation package

Generous retirement savings plan

Flexible work options

Learning and Development opportunities

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Wellness Subsidy

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant work experience preferred, new graduates considered.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to environmental assessments for various projects.
• Coordinate environmental regulatory permit applications.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to Detail

Education

University degree in environmental studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Reader

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• Contribute to environmental assessments (EAs) for a variety of projects (e.g., oil and gas pipelines and facilities, transmission lines, roads)
• Coordinate environmental regulatory permit applications and support environmental management planning
• Develop and coordinate public and agency consultation programs
• Liaise with private sector clients
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation and presentations

Learning & Development

• Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees

Qualifications

• A university degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, or a related field with a strong interest in environmental assessment
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the consulting industry. New graduates will be considered
• Ability to work independently (self-driven) and contribute to a multidisciplinary team environment
• Strong communication, report writing, organization, and interpersonal skills with a keen attention to detail

Experience

• Experience and interest in provincial and federal environmental assessments for utility and linear development projects (e.g., pipelines, powerlines)
• Understanding of Canadian EA methods, requirements, and legislation, including the federal Impact Assessment Act, Canada Energy Regulator Act, and the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act

Familiarity with environmental policy, legislation, and regulations, along with environmental regulatory processes. Demonstrated abilities in multidisciplinary teamwork, detail-oriented tasks, and technical report writing. Proficiency in the use of word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Reader).

• Experience or familiarity with socio-economic and GBA+ impact assessments is considered an asset

We have a strong supportive and inclusive culture at Dillon and welcome these strengths and personal attributes:

• Highly motivated with a proven ability to take initiative
• Strong report writing, organization, and interpersonal skills with high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Committed to success through personal development and team advancement
• Desire to be a key member of a solution-oriented, multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work independently

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.

We live our core values:

• Reliability: words that result in actions build trust;
• Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
• Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
• Creativity: discover new possibilities;
• Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
• Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences

In addition, we offer:

• Employee share purchase plan
• Dillon is 100% employee owned, and share ownership is open to all full-time regular employees
• A competitive compensation package
• Generous retirement savings plan
• Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
• Flexible work options to help balance work and personal life, based on a trust-based approach
• Learning and Development opportunities, including coaching, mentoring, advising, and internal learning
• Focus on Innovation: empowering employees to reflect, question, and seek forward-looking solutions
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness Subsidy for health and wellness activities