Environmental Professional (Water Resources and Environment Division)

Binnie; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation support considered

Job summary

Binnie is seeking an Environmental Professional to join our Water Resources and Environment Division in Burnaby, offering a hybrid work environment with relocation support considered. You will work with experienced professionals on projects involving watercourses, environmental and fisheries improvements, and erosion mitigation.

You will gain experience in environmental assessments, monitoring and reporting while contributing to multi-disciplinary teams across infrastructure projects in British

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of related work experience in environmental assessments, regulatory permitting, and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree or graduate education in environmental science, environmental management, environmental engineering, or related field
• Field data collection, environmental management principles, and health and safety experience
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive and takes action to resolve client issues

Responsibilities

• Field team member for field data collection activities and surveys (e.g., invasive plants, breeding bird, fish habitat quality).
• Assist with preparing desktop and field based environmental assessment reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental management plans.
• Act as field representative, conducting site inspections and reports and providing directions to external stakeholders (i.e. contractors and client representatives).
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with external site stakeholders as required.
• Ensure work meets Binnie’s quality standards, professional requirements, and client expectations.
• Update supervisor on progress made and any potential changes to timelines or deliverables.
• Work closely with Professionals from all other disciplines

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Proactive problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or graduate education in environmental science/management/engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

You love working in a team, helping to move projects through, from start to finish. You’re a positive thinker who always looks for a solution; you won’t let a project hiccup slow you down. You place a high importance on quality work and clear communication—your team and your clients can always depend on you for your responsive and thoughtful approach.

Binnie is looking for an Environmental Professional to join our Water Resources and Environment Division full-time in our Burnaby office, this position offers a hybrid work environment, and relocation support will be considered.

Our Water Resource and Environment Division manage projects involving watercourses, environmental and fisheries improvements, and erosion mitigation, that require provincial and federal permit approvals and/or notifications. We also support various projects conducted by other Binnie Divisions, including highways, bridge replacements, road rehabilitation, culvert replacements, pump station upgrades, and other infrastructure developments.

You will work with our experienced Environmental Professionals, Project Managers and Water Resource Engineers providing planning, field assessments, and reporting to meet the specific project needs of our clients. This is an ideal role for a motivated candidate who is looking to further develop their career in environmental assessments, monitoring and reporting. You will gain valuable work experience and knowledge while working closely within a supportive group of staff.

YOUR ROLE

• Field team member for field data collection activities and surveys (e.g., invasive plants, breeding bird, fish habitat quality)
• Assist with preparing desktop and field based environmental assessment reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental management plans.
• Act as field representative, conducting site inspections and reports and providing directions to external stakeholders (i.e. contractors and client representatives).
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with external site stakeholders as required
• Ensure work meets Binnie’s quality standards, professional requirements, and client expectations
• Update supervisor on progress made and any potential changes to timelines or deliverables
• Work closely with Professionals from all other disciplines

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of previous related work experience conducting environmental assessments, regulatory permitting, and reporting
• Bachelor’s degree or graduate education in environmental science, environmental management, environmental engineering, or related field
• Good understanding of the most current municipal, BC provincial, and Canadian federal environmental acts, regulations, guidance, and protocols
• Field experience in the collection and analysis of field data, environmental management principles, and health and safety
• Previous experience working with large multidisciplinary project teams is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive and takes action to resolve client issues

ABOUT BINNIE:

We are the people behind the infrastructure you use every day. We’re small enough to know each other’s names, and big enough to be where we’re needed. As an employee-owned firm, which has been recognized as a great employer for many years, we take pride in our work and are respected as one of the top engineering firms in British Columbia. We support some of the most important infrastructure in the province and beyond.

We’re looking for professionals who want to build careers and communities that last. We can’t do it without you.

THE PERKS:

People come first. We support you with the education, mentoring, and growth opportunities you need to build an interesting career. As an employee-owned firm, we create a clear internal growth path that can keep up with even the most ambitious professionals. Whether it’s through our Employee Resources groups like Young Professionals and RISE; our mentoring programs, Binnie Banters speech club, Movember, or book club, everyone can get involved in their own way.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $57,950 - $85,500 annually. The final salary for this role may vary based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Please note that the salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Binnie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome any and all qualified applicants.

If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.