Environmental Project Manager Transportation (Edmonton)

Partner Staffing; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager to oversee multi-disciplinary environmental programs for major transportation projects in Edmonton. The role involves regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and managing project teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in environmental consulting and a strong understanding of Alberta’s regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of environmental consulting or industry experience.
• At least 5 years managing transportation-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental planning and permitting for construction projects.
• Manage environmental assessments and regulatory applications.
• Coordinate with teams to identify and manage environmental risks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Partner Staffing is the "go-to recruiter" for difficult, important, and time-sensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.

Partner Staffing, on behalf of our client, is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Project Manager to lead and manage multi-disciplinary environmental programs for major transportation infrastructure projects in the Edmonton region. You will be responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance, permitting, environmental assessments, mitigation planning, and stakeholder engagement in collaboration with engineering and construction teams. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Alberta’s regulatory frameworks and a proven ability to lead complex environmental components of large-scale transportation projects.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the environmental planning and permitting aspects of highway, bridge, and road construction projects across Alberta.
• Manage environmental assessments (EIAs, ERs, SAs) and regulatory applications under provincial and federal legislation (e.g., AEP, DFO, Impact Assessment Act).
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and environmental teams to ensure environmental risks are identified and managed early in project development.
• Develop and implement mitigation and monitoring plans for wildlife, wetlands, water quality, air quality, and noise.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulators, clients, Indigenous communities, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee field programs for baseline studies, construction monitoring, and post-construction audits.
• Lead and mentor junior and intermediate staff; manage project budgets, schedules, and client deliverables.
• Participate in business development, including proposal writing, client relationship management, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation preferred (e.g., P.Biol., P.Ag., P.Geo., P.Eng., RPF, or equivalent).
• 7+ years of environmental consulting or industry experience, with at least 5 years managing transportation-related projects.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta and federal environmental legislation, including the Water Act, Public Lands Act, and Fisheries Act.
• Experience with Indigenous engagement and traditional knowledge integration in project planning is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-disciplinary teams, budgets over $500K, and complex regulatory pathways.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.

Partner Staffing is bringing talent to business. With an experienced and dedicated recruitment team, we open doors to opportunities that you may not otherwise know about. We are specialists in providing high-quality individuals to the Oil & Gas sector, Engineering/Procurement/Construction, and Utilities industries. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we might promote your career!

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