Environmental and Regulatory Permitting Manager

Iamgold Corporation; Quebec; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Registered retirement savings plan

Employee share purchase plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Training, coaching, and professional发展

Job summary

IAMGOLD Corporation invites an experienced Manager, Environment and Regulatory Permitting to guide environmental and regulatory activities for the Nelligan Mining Complex from studies through project execution. The role integrates leading environmental practices, manages risks, and collaborates with Indigenous communities and stakeholders to align with project objectives.

With a Bachelor’s degree and 8–12 years in mining environmental management, you will oversee studies, permitting processes,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, geography, environmental engineering, earth sciences, or a related discipline.
• Eight to twelve years of experience in environmental management, permitting, and regulatory processes in mining, industrial, or natural resources environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing environmental impact assessment processes, major development projects, and multidisciplinary consulting firms.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for mining and industrial projects and leading practices in biodiversity, water management, tailings, and low-impact design.
• Experience integrating environmental considerations into engineering and construction activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French, supported by strong analytical, planning, and risk management capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence, mobilise, and build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders; membership in a relevant professional order is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance of the project’s environmental and regulatory approval processes, track the regulatory critical path, and provide leadership with clear visibility into permit status, issues, and risks.
• Oversee consultants responsible for impact studies, environmental assessments, and permit applications while ensuring alignment between technical studies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop strategies to reduce regulatory barriers, anticipate risks, and support progress against the project’s development objectives.
• Integrate environmental considerations into design, engineering, and construction decisions, and support project teams in applying leading practices throughout studies and execution.
• Direct the identification, assessment, and mitigation of environmental risks affecting feasibility or social acceptability, including biodiversity, water management, and mine tailings.
• Collaborate with the community relations lead and engage with local and Indigenous communities to incorporate stakeholder concerns into environmental strategies and plans.
• Promote ESG principles, monitor evolving industry practices, and contribute to continuous improvement in the project’s environmental performance.

Skills

Environmental management

Regulatory permitting

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

English/French bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Manager, Environment and Regulatory Permitting, you will play a strategic role in the development of the Nelligan Mining Complex. Reporting to the Project Studies Director, you will guide environmental and regulatory activities from studies through project execution, advancing approvals, integrating leading environmental practices, and proactively managing risks that could affect the project schedule, feasibility, or social acceptability.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Lead governance of the project’s environmental and regulatory approval processes, track the regulatory critical path, and provide leadership with clear visibility into permit status, issues, and risks.

Oversee consultants responsible for impact studies, environmental assessments, and permit applications while ensuring alignment between technical studies and regulatory requirements.

Develop strategies to reduce regulatory barriers, anticipate risks, and support progress against the project’s development objectives.

Integrate environmental considerations into design, engineering, and construction decisions, and support project teams in applying leading practices throughout studies and execution.

Direct the identification, assessment, and mitigation of environmental risks affecting feasibility or social acceptability, including biodiversity, water management, and mine tailings.

Collaborate with the community relations lead and engage with local and Indigenous communities to incorporate stakeholder concerns into environmental strategies and plans.

Promote ESG principles, monitor evolving industry practices, and contribute to continuous improvement in the project’s environmental performance.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, geography, environmental engineering, earth sciences, or a related discipline.

Eight to twelve years of experience in environmental management, permitting, and regulatory processes, including significant experience in mining, industrial, or natural resources environments.

Demonstrated experience managing environmental impact assessment processes, major development projects, and multidisciplinary consulting firms.

Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for mining and industrial projects and leading practices in biodiversity, sustainable water management, mine tailings, and low‑impact design.

Experience integrating environmental considerations into engineering and construction activities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and French, supported by strong analytical, strategic planning, and risk management capabilities.

Proven ability to influence, mobilise, and build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders; membership in a relevant professional order is an asset.

WHO WE ARE

IAMGOLD is a modern mining company. Proudly Canadian, with operations across North America and West Africa. We are a different kind of mining company, guided by a belief that people, purpose and performance belong together. We don't separate results from responsibility because how we operate matters. We are helping shape the future of mining through operational excellence, advancing technology, and a culture grounded in inclusion and safety. At IAMGOLD, innovation is practical progress driven by those closest to the work, from new ways of working to the technologies transforming our operations.

Our success is built on strong relationships with the communities that host our operations. We are committed to partnering with Indigenous Peoples and First Nations communities in ways that foster trust, respect, opportunity, and shared value.

With a growing portfolio, including one of Canada's newest major gold mining operations, we know our success depends on people who are ready to make an impact. We succeed because our people take ownership, work collaboratively, and care about how results are achieved. Speaking up for safety, bringing solutions, and making work better for the people doing it. That's what defines us.

A CAREER AT NELLIGAN

The Nelligan Mining Complex represents IAMGOLD’s next stage of growth. It is one of the company’s most significant development projects and reflects disciplined exploration, technical expertise, and a clear long‑term vision.

Here, opportunities continue to take shape. At the Nelligan Mining Complex, data, geology, and collaboration come together to build future value and advance a project grounded in rigour , partnerships, and responsible development.

WHAT WE OFFER

Investing in our people by supporting your well‑being, growth, and long‑term success.

• Saving for the future – Registered retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Shared success – Employee share purchase plan.
• Comprehensive health coverage – Medical, dental, and benefits coverage for you and your family.
• Flexible spending power – Health and personal spending accounts.
• Support when it matters – Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Grow together – Training, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• A culture that connects – Learning opportunities, multidisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. If this opportunity interests you and you have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

IAMGOLD is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace where every person is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and communities. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request at [e-mail].

AI in Hiring

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, including reviewing applications, analysing CVs, or summarising interview responses. These tools support our team but do not replace human judgement. All final hiring decisions are made by people. Please contact us if you have questions about how your data is used.

Work location: Nelligan Mining Complex

Reports to: Project Studies Director – Nelligan Project

Employment type: Permanent, full-time

Travel: Occasional travel to the mine site, government agencies, and stakeholder meetings

Primary Location

Canada

Work Locations

33 - Quebec City Office 5700 Boulevard des Galeries Quebec G2K 0H5