Environmental Professional (Supervisor)

Associated Engineering (ONT) Ltd; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Professional (Supervisor) to join their dynamic team in Whitehorse. This role offers the chance to lead and mentor a dedicated team while managing diverse environmental projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental science, project management experience, and excellent communication skills. This innovative firm values sustainability and community engagement, providing a supportive work environment that promotes professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in environmental consulting and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Extended health and dental coverage

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Matching company pension program

Parental leave top-up program

Professional development support

Fitness allowance

Social club activities

Community support initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting and project management.
• Strong knowledge of Northern markets and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor staff while managing various environmental projects.
• Generate new business opportunities and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Discipline

Tools

Technical Reporting

Job description

Environmental Professional (Supervisor) - (EP3.6)

Job Title: Environmental Professional (Supervisor)

Location: Whitehorse Office - Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H6 CA (Primary)

Category: Contaminated Sites Management, Environmental Assessment & Planning, Regulatory Authorizations, Remediation and Reclamation

About Us:

Associated Environmental Consultants is part of the Associated Engineering Group of companies. We provide a wide range of environmental consulting services to a client base that is well diversified between public and private sectors. Our environmental science and management services are well integrated with those of our engineering colleagues, providing opportunities to work with talented people across disciplines and throughout western and northern Canada.

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 16 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

Job Description:

We currently have an opening for an Environmental Professional (Supervisor) in our Whitehorse office. As an experienced professional, you have a background in environmental science and bring experience in environmental consulting in the Yukon. You are an excellent communicator with strong organizational skills and leadership potential who thrives in a dynamic work environment. You will provide project management and technical expertise on a variety of environmental projects. You will lead the growth of our environmental team and supervise staff in our Whitehorse office. You have existing networks in the Yukon and enjoy working in an office environment. You will lead with a forward-thinking approach that promotes a team environment to improve overall group performance and client service.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting the development of the team, mentoring, and supervising staff in our Whitehorse office.
• Generating new business opportunities and maintaining client relationships.
• Managing projects, including budget and schedule management, client liaison, safety planning, technical leadership, and project team coordination.
• Writing work plans and proposals, technical reports, and communications for non-technical audiences.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers across various geographies.

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree in an environmental discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, geography, earth science, or soil/reclamation science).
• Project management experience with 10+ years of experience in consulting.
• Strong knowledge of the Northern markets, including key client sectors and regulatory processes.
• Effective leadership and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with local Indigenous governments and communities is an asset.
• Valid driver's licence.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, matching company pension program, and a parental leave top-up program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness, including COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification, fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.