Environmental Project Lead (AB & BC Regions)

CORE Geomatics; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Environmental Project Lead to drive the growth of its Environmental Division. This role offers the chance to manage diverse projects, prepare critical regulatory submissions, and ensure compliance with environmental standards. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance internal processes and improve client outcomes. If you have over a decade of consulting experience and a passion for environmental stewardship, this position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of environmental consulting experience required.
• Professional designation or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage pipeline, municipal, solar, and public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare high-quality scientific and technical reports.
• Assess and manage potential risks and liabilities.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Technical Writing

GIS Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Professional Environmental Designation

Tools

GIS Software

Job description

CORE Geomatics is a professional services firm that values its people as its most valuable assets. We are adaptable to the ever-changing workplace, whether in the field or in the office.

General Description

Working closely with CORE’s Environmental Leadership Team, the Environmental Project Lead plays a crucial role in the growth and success of the Environmental Division. The role involves meeting specific role expectations as outlined.

The Work

1. Overview

• Managing or co-managing pipeline, municipal, solar, and public infrastructure projects.
• Preparing high-quality scientific and technical reports, including regulatory submissions such as:

• Water Act
• Public Lands Act
• Wildlife surveys (breeding bird, migration, amphibian, raptor, species at risk)
• Environmental Risk Assessments
• Biophysical Impact Assessments
• Wetlands Assessments
• Fish Habitat Assessments
• Hydrological Assessments

Assessing and managing potential risks and liabilities of projects.

Supporting the development of internal processes like environmental/scoping tools, quick reference guides, checklists, and templates.

Identifying opportunities to improve clients' regulatory compliance outcomes.

Preparing project budgets, scopes of work, and detailed proposals.

Spatial Data Interpretation / Analyzing

• Understanding land survey systems in Western Canada.
• Using GIS/mapping platforms to analyze and interpret datasets.
• Knowing which datasets to utilize for interpretation.
• Reading and understanding survey/engineering plans and their information.

Regulatory Requirements

• Knowing applicable directives and acts for projects.
• Interpreting regulatory documents and applying them to projects.
• Identifying non-compliance and suggesting mitigation options.
• Creating and submitting permits to regulators.
• Communicating with regulators as needed.

Technical Writing

• Producing clear, concise, and readable content with strong language skills.
• Using appropriate technical or plain language depending on context.
• Conducting research and interpreting technical information.
• Ensuring accuracy and clarity in reports and data.
• Proficiency with relevant software, including GIS tools.
• Reviewing reports for consistency and technical accuracy.
• Managing time effectively to meet deadlines across multiple projects.

Requirements

• Industry knowledge: Experience with BC and Alberta regulatory systems (e.g., BCER, MEP, AUC, AER, AEP).
• Technical skills: Deep understanding to contribute to projects and provide solutions.
• 10+ years of applicable environmental consulting experience.
• Professional designation: A recognized environmental professional designation or the ability to obtain one within 6 months (e.g., P. Eng, P. Bio.).

Soft Skills

• Contributing positively to the work environment and culture.
• Building relationships with stakeholders.
• Effective communication and active listening skills.
• Leadership qualities aligned with CORE values.
• Problem-solving and risk assessment skills.
• Demonstrating commitment to CORE values.
• Collaborating effectively with team members.
• Maintaining strong verbal and written communication skills.