Environmental Compliance Specialist

Montrose Environmental Group; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Guelph is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to manage environmental requirements for large infrastructure projects across Ontario. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in environmental compliance management and possess a relevant degree. This hybrid position offers a comprehensive compensation package, and focuses on collaborative teamwork to meet regional environmental goals. A full understanding of regulatory requirements and stakeholder engagement is essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP matching

Vacation and sick days

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction or consulting experience managing environmental compliance.
• Experience with sustainability, noise, air quality, and species at risk regulations.
• Strong project management skills including budget development and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance on infrastructure projects across Ontario.
• Provide leadership on environmental assessments, planning, and construction projects.
• Engage with stakeholders, including governmental and conservation authorities.

Skills

Construction experience

Environmental compliance management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Groundwater and surface water management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental planning or related field

Job description

Environmental Compliance Specialist

OUR PURPOSE

To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.

At Montrose we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

WHO WE ARE

One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients

WHAT WE DO

We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

Are you looking to…

• Manage and contribute to environmental management of large-scale, high-profile infrastructure projects

• Manage and coordinate a team of subject experts in multiple disciplines in a collaborative environment

• Build strong client relationships in the infrastructure sector

As an Environmental Compliance Specialist, you will join our Guelph or Oakville, Ontario office (hybrid) as part of our Alternative Delivery team working within the Montrose Project Management Office.

The successful applicant will be a key contributor to Montrose growing portfolio of environmental services for large infrastructure projects through both project business development and project execution. In this dynamic role, the Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist will be collaborating with internal and external subject experts to successfully meet the growing needs for environmental compliance on impactful projects across the province:

• Manage environmental requirements on infrastructure projects across Ontario

• Provide leadership and input on environmental assessment, planning, design, and construction projects

• Collaborate with private and public sector clients, approval agencies, sub-consultants, and subcontractors.

• Engaging and liaising with stakeholders, including conservation authorities, municipal, provincial and federal governments and the public

• Coordinate with internal project team across disciplines, including engineers, hydrogeologists, and ecologists

• Engage with and effectively manage other environmental firms and subcontractors including environmental drilling companies

• Apply strong budget and scope management skills to manage project

• Develop strong client relationships within the infrastructure sector in Ontario and across Canada

• Lead and prepare competitive bids and cost estimates for multi-disciplinary projects

• Collaborate closely with the Montrose Project Management Office to manage projects effectively and manage project risks.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of construction, planning or experience in a consulting or directly related role managing environmental compliance

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental planning, urban planning, geography, environmental science, or a related field

• Experience with groundwater and surface water management, sustainability, noise and vibration, air quality and species at risk permitting process

• Ability to manage and lead a variety of projects in various sectors (e.g., urban, transportation, infrastructure, oil and gas, wind and hydropower).

• Experience working with transportation and municipal infrastructure planning and construction projects

• Experience engaging with stakeholders including First Nations, municipal governments, conservation authorities and the private sector

• Strong project management skills, including developing and monitoring of budgets, approved project scope and schedule, organizational skills, staff supervision and team communications.

• Knowledge and working experience with regulatory requirements such Municipal Class EA process and the Canadian Impact Assessment Act

• Experience leading or supporting large proposals or bids

• Valid G class driver’s license is required.

The following would be considered an asset:

• Knowledge or technical working experience with Regulation 153/04 and 406/19

• Experience working directly for a construction firm or consortium on P3 projects

• Experience working with Metrolinx and the Ministry of Transportation (MTO)

• Familiarity or working knowledge of ISO 140001

Why Choose Montrose?

At Montrose you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live shared mission and principles and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with an hourly rate range of $ $30.00-$53.00, starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

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Montrose is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Montrose provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.

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