Environmental Lead

Pomerleau; Squamish; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

Job summary

Pomerleau is looking for an Environmental Lead for the Woodfibre LNG project in Squamish, BC. This position involves ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and fostering a culture of stewardship within the project teams.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, at least 5 years of experience in large-scale civil projects, and will work a 14-day on, 7-day off rotation. The position offers a hybrid work model and strong benefits including RRSP matching and stock ownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, Geology, or similar field.
• Registered as a Qualified Environmental Professional or in training for designation.
• Experience in compliance management systems and standard field techniques.

Responsibilities

• Report to Project Manager and oversee environmental management plans.
• Oversee implementation of environmental management programs and compliance monitoring.
• Identify and mitigate environmental risks to the project.

Skills

Environmental Science

Biology

Geology

Team Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, or Geology

Job description

Overview

Job Description Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

Pomerleau is one of Canada’s leading construction companies, recognized for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure across the country. As our team continues to grow in British Columbia, we are looking for passionate professionals who value environmental stewardship and want to contribute to meaningful civil and infrastructure projects.

As an Environmental Lead on Woodfibre LNG (14/7 rotation) you will play an integral role in supporting project teams to achieve and maintain full compliance with environmental legislation, contractual requirements, and other project-specific conditions and commitments. Your work will help foster a positive and proactive culture of environmental awareness and regulatory responsibility with your project teams and throughout the Pomerleau family.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Regional Environmental Manager and the respective Project Manager(s) for the projects under your purview.
• Be sufficiently autonomous to operate independently within the context of the scope of projects assigned to you. Delegate tasks, monitor performance, and ensure open and transparent communication with, and amongst, the team.
• Oversee the development of environmental management plans, permit applications, and other pre-construction deliverables.
• Steward the implementation of field environmental management programs, including the coordination (or execution) of pre-construction surveys and/or salvages for fish and other wildlife, rare or invasive plants, and sensitive ecosystems as well as comprehensive compliance monitoring programs for water quality (marine and freshwater), underwater noise, marine mammals, construction waste and hazardous waste, noise and vibrations, etc.
• Oversee (or deliver) environmental training for project personnel and generally promote awareness of the potential impacts to biological resources from our operations.
• Serve as a reference for a small team of dedicated environmental coordinators and, as required by the needs of individual projects, coordinate the activities of third-party consultants.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate environmental risks to the project, ensuring proposed measures are timely, effective, and supplemented as necessary.
• As appropriate, and as dictated by the contract, operate as a key point of contact for external stakeholders, including Indigenous Groups, government agencies, and the public.
• Be an agent of change and generally foster a positive culture of environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance across all our projects.
• Be an ambassador for health and safety, leading by example, and making safety a priority in everything that you do.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (or diploma) in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, Geology, or similar field.
• Available to work on a 14 day on, 7 day off rotation in Squamish, BC (accommodations and uplifts provided).
• Is an applied scientist or technologist who is registered, and in good standing, with a professional association constituted under an Act and who is acting under that association’s code of ethics and subject to the association’s disciplinary proceedings (i.e., Qualified Environmental Professional). Consideration may be given to individuals who are currently in the process of achieving their full designation (i.e., In Training).
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal legislation and the compliance management systems necessary to monitor, document, track, and report on the items as they apply to a respective project.
• Experience in standard field techniques (e.g., in-situ water quality monitoring, sample collection (soil and water) and interpretation of analytical results, underwater noise monitoring) and ability to train junior staff and provide quality control and assurance.
• Demonstrated construction experience (5 years minimum) on a range of complex, large-scale civil and/or infrastructure development projects in a similar capacity.
• Collaborative team player with excellent intrapersonal skills and self-motivated when necessary.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary based on a candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.