Environmental Planner (Intermediate)

Associated Engineering; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Planner to join their Edmonton office. This role involves navigating complex regulatory landscapes, managing projects, and leading teams through the approval processes for infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental consulting, with over five years of experience and excellent communication skills. The company offers a flexible work environment, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including professional growth support and an on-site fitness center. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of environmental planning.

Benefits

Fitness Allowance

Pension Plan

Parental Leave Top-Up

Professional Development Programs

On-Site Fitness Center

Subsidized Childcare Options

Active Social Club

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental consulting focused on regulatory and permit delivery.
• Understanding of provincial and federal legislation and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Navigating regulatory approval processes and providing strategic advice.
• Preparing scientific and technical reports and managing projects.

Skills

Regulatory Approval Navigation

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Technical Report Writing

Leadership Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Relevant Science

Graduate Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

We currently have an opening for an Intermediate Environmental Planner in our Edmonton office. You should have a strong background in navigating provincial and federal legislation for linear and infrastructure projects. The role requires leadership, collaboration, critical thinking, and involvement in project planning, implementation, management, and business development. Knowledge of Alberta Environment related permitting and approvals is essential.

Responsibilities include:

1. Navigating the regulatory approval process and providing strategic advice in project planning.
2. Preparing scientific and technical reports, permits, and regulatory documents.
3. Managing projects, including budgets, schedules, client relations, technical leadership, and team coordination.
4. Business development through proposal writing and client relationship management.
5. Leading projects through federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory processes.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in a relevant science; graduate degree preferred.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with a professional organization (e.g., ASPB, AIA).
• 5+ years of post-graduation experience in environmental consulting focused on regulatory and permit delivery.
• Strong project management skills (more than 3 years).
• Understanding of provincial and federal legislation, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Leadership and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and technical report writing skills.
• Valid driver's license.

What We Offer

• A centrally located office in downtown Edmonton, accessible by bus and LRT.
• Flexible work environment with a mix of remote and in-office work.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, pension, and parental leave top-up.
• Support for professional growth, including development programs, mentoring, training, and professional designation assistance.
• An on-site fitness center and subsidized childcare options.
• An active social club with events and discounts.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Civil Engineering