Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist

Sobeys; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sobeys is seeking an Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist to join its Real Estate division in Canada. Based in Dartmouth, NS, with possible Montreal, QC collaboration, the role centers on coordinating environmental remediation and climate action projects across Sobeys properties.

The role supports Sobeys’ 2030 climate plan, reporting to the Board and ensuring timely, on-budget project delivery. Strong bilingual (Eng/Fr) communication and sustainability expertise are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or technical degree in science, sustainability, environmental sciences, engineering, or commerce.
• 3–5 years related experience in environmental management focusing on contaminated site regulations, project coordination, sustainability or energy management.

Responsibilities

• Environmental remediation and project management for Sobeys property portfolio.
• Prepare quarterly environmental reports for the Board of Directors.
• Support the 2030 climate action strategy with project implementation and reporting.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Create and manage purchase orders, change orders, and invoicing.
• Source and procure site-specific equipment for the program.
• Investigate new/emerging emissions-reducing technologies for Sobeys stores.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Bilingual English/French

Independent work

Project coordination

Environmental management

Sustainability / energy management

Education

Bachelor’s or technical degree in science/sustainability/environmental sciences/engineering/commerce

Tools

LEED familiarity

GRESB awareness

Job description

Overview

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full time opportunity for an Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist. This role is based out of one our office in Dartmouth, NS, Montreal; QC.

At Sobeys we are committed to climate action and sustainability. Come join our Sobeys climate action team in the Real Estate division as theEnvironment and Carbon Reduction Specialist, In our Energy and Carbon Reduction team. Part of our Climate Action Plan is to reduce our carbon footprint by 55% by 2030 and to benet zero by 2040. We are searching for a teammate who is passionate about the environment and sustainability and can coordinate environment and climate action projects and is a change management champion.

Job Description

This role will work within our real estate, energy and carbon reduction team to support the timely planning and execution of environmental remediation, and climate action projects. This includes:

• Environmental assessment and remediation project specialist for property transactions for the National Real Estate, Construction, and Fuels Teams. Environmental management of Sobeys property portfolio, including regulatory compliance, remediation and management planning
• Prepare quarterly environmental report for Board of Directors

• Support Sobeys 2030 climate action strategy, including project implementation and execution and reporting,
• ensure the projects are completed on time and budget
• Create and manage PO’s, change orders, and invoicing
• Source and procure site-specific equipment for the program
• Investigate new /emerging scope one emissions reducing technologies that can be implemented in our grocery stores.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree in field such as science, sustainability, environmental sciences, or engineering, or commerce
• 3-5 years related experience in environmental management emphasis on contaminated site regulations, project coordination, sustainability and/ or energy management, strategy, and implementation
• Strong preference: Bilingual (Eng / Fr)
• A strong technical competence in Microsoft Office applications, including word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook.
• A strong understanding and working knowledge of green building practices and reporting such as LEED, GRESB, and others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as member of large national team.