Enviromental Coordinator

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian infrastructure development firm is seeking an Environmental Coordinator to maintain compliance with environmental regulations on construction sites in Toronto. The role involves overseeing environmental programs, conducting monitoring activities, and providing training on environmental best practices. Candidates should have relevant experience and strong communication skills, as well as a technical diploma or B.Sc. in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience conducting environmental monitoring on construction sites.
• Relevant professional certification is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Provincial and Federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Environmental Management System and ensure compliance.
• Oversee daily construction activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide training on environmental awareness to employees.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Data collection and analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Technical diploma or B.Sc.

Job description

Environmental Coordinator

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

At Aecon, a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, we are safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partner every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, we invest in our people so they can invest in us. We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

Aecon is seeking an Environmental Coordinator to join our transformative infrastructure project within the GTA.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Maintain the Environmental Management System and ensure compliance with applicable best practices, regulations, Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) and site-specific plans.
• Provide reports and attend on-site meetings as required.
• Manage data collection, storage and analysis.
• Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed in compliance with all relevant client requirements as well as provincial and/or federal regulations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor environmental programs and policies.
• Provide advice to project leadership regarding environmental matters as they relate to construction activities.
• Monitor construction activities and evaluate compliance with applicable standards, contract documents and client commitments.
• Monitor and report any potential environmental issues and recommendations for appropriate mitigation and corrective actions.
• Provide training to employees and contractors on environmental awareness.
• Draft, review and submit daily field reports, incident reports and compliance audits.
• Track key project performance indicators and develop reports.
• Work with project coordinators/managers, using interpersonal and organizational skills to ensure projects are completed in accordance with an established scope of work.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Technical diploma, B.Sc., or equivalent with a minimum of three years’ experience conducting construction site environmental monitoring activities.
• Certification in environmental specialty area preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., PBiol, BIT, Trainee RBTech, AAg, EPt, etc.) or ability to obtain is an asset.
• Experience working successfully in large, multi-disciplinary engineering design teams and heavy civil construction teams.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, coordinating resources as well as the ability to solve problems.
• Strong knowledge of Provincial and Federal regulations, codes, permits, and approvals, as well as their technical application.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel, SharePoint).
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
• A valid driver’s license.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.