Environmental Director

Webuild; Barrie; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Environmental Director for their Toronto office. The role requires overseeing environmental management systems, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with all relevant environmental legislation. Candidates must have extensive experience, strong communication, and innovative problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with ISO 14001 management system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of environmental programs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies.
• Manage the organization's environmental compliance.
• Liaise with governmental authorities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Innovative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Degree in environmental planning or related discipline

Master’s degree in related field (added value)

Tools

ISO 14001 management system

Job description

Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. We are a global player with Italian roots specializing in complex infrastructure : innovative and sustainable works that improve the lives of people. In over a century, we built some of the world's most iconic infrastructure projects. Webuild envisions, designs, and builds major works and infrastructure for sustainable mobility, hydropower, water, and green buildings.

Webuild has won a new contract to deliver the Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations section of the Ontario Line and we are currently seeking an Environmental Director

This position is a full-time 100% onsite position at our downtown office.

The ED will provide leadership, direction, and management oversight for continuous improvement of the standard Environmental Management System (EMS) model within the project organization. Leads all operational coordination for environmental services for one or multiple sites. Provides staff leadership, makes environmental decisions in support of the project’s mission, and vision in providing the best environmental service, and value. Manages the day-to-day operations of the department, ensures a consistently high level of compliance with provincial or territorial environmental policies.

The ED key responsibilities are :

• Direct all aspects of the Contractor’s environmental programs, including annual environmental reporting activities.
• Ensure environmental issues are addressed and requirements are met in accordance with the Project Agreement, Environmental Reference Documents, and Additional Environmental Reports.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with relevant Governmental Authorities and Stakeholders through the Contracting Authority Representative.
• The Environmental Director shall have the authority to stop work if the Environmental Management System is not being followed or if there is a risk of environmental impact beyond permitted levels.
• Lead internal environmental design reviews, including the development of mitigation and compensation proposals accepted by the Contracting Authority Representative and Governmental Authorities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, standards, and professional standards related to construction works, maintenance, and operations of environmental services.
• Liaise with Contracting Authority and Governmental Authorities (through Contracting Authority) as required, acting as the single point of contact for environmental management matters.
• Set the standard for subcontractors’ environmental compliance and oversee subcontractor performance where environmental services are performed.
• Direct the preparation and submission of all plans, reports, documents, and other required information to the Contracting Authority.
• Act as the lead authorizing signatory for the Contractor before releasing any new or amended environmental plan, report, or document, as outlined in Schedule 10 – Review Procedure and Schedule 11 – Quality Management.
• Develop and implement strategies for minimizing environmental impacts from construction projects or changes in current operations.
• Conduct inspections of industrial facilities, homes, businesses, and other locations to identify potential environmental hazards and violations.
• Supervise and manage the work of staff in an environmental department or division.
• Develop plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change impacts.
• Manage all aspects of an organization’s environmental compliance, including policy development and implementation to ensure adherence to environmental laws and regulations.
• Reviewing and approving plans for building construction or renovation to ensure that they comply with environmental laws and regulations.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Environmental Director shall be a Key Individual. The Environmental Director shall have the following minimum qualifications :

• Minimum of 15 years of work-related experience on projects of similar size, scope, and complexity to the Project.
• A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in planning, environmental planning, geography, or another related discipline. A master’s degree in a related field is an added value.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems efficiently.
• Ability to develop innovative project ideas for reducing environmental impact.
• Ability to complete assigned projects on time and within a designated budget.
• Ability to lead a team and delegate project tasks effectively.
• Ability to analyze data and create reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong public-speaking skills to communicate environmental issues to groups of people.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of the Province of Ontario’s Transit Project Assessment Process, GO Transit Class EA Document, and the Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario).
• Experience in successfully managing all Environmental Aspects of transit projects in the Province of Ontario.
• Experience with implementation and management of environmental management systems
• Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial environmental policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Experience liaising with other specialty consultants, contractors, and Governmental Authorities.
• Experience with similar projects in the Province of Ontario.
• Experience with ISO 14001 management system. Understanding the standard requirements. ISO 14001 Internal Auditor certification preferred.
• Willingness to conduct environmental research and create policies from the research.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Webuild is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce.

This position is located in Toronto, ON.

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