Environmental Professional (Supervisor)

Associated Engineering; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Environmental Professional (Supervisor) in Whitehorse. The role involves project management, team leadership, and client relationship maintenance. The ideal candidate has a strong background in environmental science, excellent communication skills, and experience in consulting within the Yukon.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Matching company pension

Parental leave top-up program

Ongoing support for professional development

Fitness allowance

Wellness activities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and supervising staff in Whitehorse office.
• Managing projects including budget and schedule management.
• Writing work plans, proposals, and technical reports.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in environmental discipline

Job description

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 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 various 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 enhance overall group performance and client service.

What you will be doing:

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

Job Requirements

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 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 license.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, matching company pension, and a parental leave top-up program.
• A culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring, training, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• A work environment focused on your health, safety, and wellness, including COR certification, fitness allowance, and wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social activities, community initiatives, and events like our biennial Olympics.