Environmental Scientist

AtkinsRéalis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks an Environmental Scientist to join our Toronto/Ottawa team in a hybrid, full-time capacity. The role focuses on planning and executing environmental sampling for major projects across Ontario, with potential involvement nationwide and internationally.

You will develop sampling protocols, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality reports. Strong communication and collaboration across locations are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for P.Eng. or P.Geo. in Ontario is considered an asset.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in environmental project planning and management.
• Experience supporting major infrastructure projects is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Reg. 153/04 and 406/19 and their application.
• Commitment to health, safety, and technical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, scoping, and design of environmental sampling programs.
• Develop sampling protocols including locations, frequency, and parameters.
• Ensure site assessments meet regulatory requirements and remedial actions.
• Prepare technical reports for regulatory and client needs.
• Interpret data to support decision-making and project objectives.
• Communicate results to stakeholders through effective engagement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver services on schedule and budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-project coordination

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Toronto or Ottawa teams. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), hybrid position, requiring two days per week in the office. The position will primarily support major transportation projects across Ontario, with opportunities to contribute to work across Canada and internationally as needed.

Your role

• Support the planning, scoping, and design of environmental sampling and investigation programs, including the identification of environmental indicators, contaminants of concern, and potential sampling constraints.

• Assist in the development of sampling protocols, including the selection of sampling locations, sampling frequency and timing, data collection methodologies, and analytical parameters.

• Ensure site assessments are completed in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices, and support the development and implementation of appropriate corrective or remedial action plans.

• Prepare high-quality technical reports that satisfy regulatory and client requirements, identify potential environmental risks, and provide recommendations for further investigation, monitoring, or remediation.

• Interpret environmental data and assessment findings to support informed decision-making and project objectives.

• Communicate assessment results and recommendations to stakeholders, including property owners, responsible parties, regulatory agencies, clients, and members of the public, through effective consultation and engagement processes.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver environmental services safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules and budgets.

About you

• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) in Ontario is considered an asset.

• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in environmental project planning, coordination, and management, with a focus on contaminated site assessment and remediation.

• Experience supporting major infrastructure, rail, and transit projects is considered an asset.

• Strong knowledge of Ontario Regulation 153/04 (as amended) and Ontario Regulation 406/19, including their application to contaminated site assessment and management.

• Strong understanding of, and commitment to, health, safety, and technical protocols and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build collaborative relationships with team members, clients, regulators, and stakeholders across multiple geographic locations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound documentation.

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of successfully managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

Expected compensation for this role is between $91,000 - $125,100
annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.