Environmental Project Manager

Energy Vault; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Vault is seeking an Environmental Project Manager in Metro Vancouver. This role involves managing large-scale projects aimed at sustainable residual management, emphasizing communication and project management skills. The successful candidate will lead project teams with autonomy and be integral to advancing the company's environmental objectives.

Benefits

Annual profit-share program

Professional development support

Three weeks paid annual leave

Flexibility to work from home one day per week

Fun and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant environmental science discipline required.
• Five years of experience in environmental project management.
• Professional designation in relevant fields is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage large client-based environmental projects on schedule and budget.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare project plans and documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Residuals

Organizational Skills

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

About SYLVIS

SYLVIS is an established residuals management firm committed to providing industry-leading environmental consulting and operational services to a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We are a group of experienced professionals pioneering innovative solutions to beneficially use residuals. Headquartered in Metro Vancouver, we have been Making Waste History for more than 35 years and foster an environment where curiosity and initiative are highly valued. SYLVIS is looking to expand its reach by growing across North America and is looking for employees that approach life with a desire to always learn, evolve, and grow.

Environmental Project Manager Position

The BC based Environmental Project Manager position is an opportunity to join a growing team of professionals passionate about the SYLVIS mission to Make Waste History through sustainable residuals management. With proven project management experience in the context of operations and environmental projects, this role will be responsible to manage large client-based projects implementing the beneficial use of biosolids and/or other residuals (wood ash, pulp and paper residuals, etc.). They will leverage their exceptional communication skills to build rapport with clients, land partners, and other interested parties. The Environmental Project Manager will be empowered to lead their project teams with a high level of autonomy to deliver exceptional results on time and on budget.

Functions and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Use project management skills to deliver large-scale operational residuals management projects on-time and on-budget.
• Use interpersonal skills to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment both internally and externally. You will develop and maintain key relationships with clients, landowners, and interested parties.
• Use exceptional communication skills to conduct tours for our clients and the public.
• Use knowledge of residuals, agronomy, soil science, fertilization, and plant science to ensure projects are regulatory compliant and executed according to best practices.
• Use clear writing skills to prepare project plans and reports.
• Use organization skills to develop and maintain meticulous project records and documentation.
• Use mentoring skills to support junior employees and foster a culture of learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant environmental science-based discipline (e.g. agronomy, plant science, soil science, environmental management, environmental engineering) or a combination of relevant work experience.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license
• Professional designation (PAg, RPBio, PEng) or ability to obtain one is an asset
• Project Management certification is an asset

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of five years of experience in a relevant role
• Baseline agriculture, soils, and fertilization knowledge
• Excellent professional writing and oral communication skills
• A can-do attitude and superior attention to detail and quality
• Ability to travel to operational sites throughout British Columbia
• Experience managing subcontractors
• Experience working in agriculture or with agricultural producers is an asset

Benefits

SYLVIS is committed to offering best-in-class benefits for its employees and is highly focused on employee satisfaction and retention. Benefits available to permanent employees include:

• Annual profit-share program
• Laptop, cell phone and monthly plan
• Life insurance and extended health benefits, including a healthcare spending account of $1,000 per dependent
• Lifestyle spending account - $400 per year to support active living and sustainable behaviours (e.g. fitness memberships, public transit passes, exercise gear)
• Field gear allowance up to $475 per year
• Professional dues reimbursement for a relevant professional designation
• Professional development support and training opportunities
• Three weeks paid annual leave to start
• 13 paid statutory holidays
• Flexibility to work from home one day per week
• A fun and supportive work environment including all-staff meetings, social activities, and celebrating personal and professional accomplishments

To Apply for the Environmental Project Manager Position

Submit a resume and cover letter via our website at www.sylvis.com/our-company/careers, highlighting your key qualifications for the Vancouver based BC Environmental Project Manager role and interest in residuals management.

We are looking to fill this position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.