Environmental Scientist and Project Manager

Associated Engineering; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits

Matching pension program

Professional development support

Paid time off including sick leave and parental leave

Job summary

Associated Engineering is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist and Project Manager to join the Edmonton office. The successful candidate will lead environmental aspects of infrastructure projects and ensure compliance with regulations.

With a degree in environmental sciences and over 8 years of consulting experience, you will mentor junior staff while developing client relationships. The company offers a flexible work environment and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of consulting experience focused on municipal infrastructure projects in Alberta.
• Proven ability to manage environmental requirements in various project phases.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental aspects of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with project managers and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor and support junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship development

Field data collection

Environmental regulations knowledge

Education

Graduate degree in an environmental discipline

Job description

Opportunity

Associated Environmental Consultants, part of the Associated Engineering Group of companies, is a proudly Canadian, employee‑owned organization. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Environmental Scientist and Project Manager to join our team in our Edmonton office. In this role you will be responsible for supporting environmental projects through field data collection, analysis, and technical input for Phase I and II assessments, landfill monitoring, lagoon management, remediation, and contaminated sites work. This role is well suited to a junior to intermediate‑level scientist eager to build hands‑on experience across a wide range of environmental projects and settings.

What We Offer

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
• Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long‑term growth & success
• Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health/dental/vision coverage
  • Fitness allowance
  • Employee and family assistance programs
  • Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
  • Generous paid vacation
  • Paid office closure over December holiday break
  • Industry leading paid sick time
  • Parental leave top up program
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
  • Active Young Professional group
  • Formal mentoring programs
  • Paid professional development hours
  • Capacity building seminars
  • Engineer In Training programs
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
  • Company‑wide social events
  • Regular lunch‑and‑learns
  • Community volunteer opportunities
  • An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton
  • A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible

What You’ll Do

• Business development, including developing and managing client relationships, and strategic proposal writing.
• Lead and manage the environmental aspects of municipal infrastructure projects, including environmental studies, permitting, tender development, contract administration, and construction compliance.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders to ensure environmental requirements are integrated into project design and implementation.
• Provide expert guidance on environmental regulations, policies, and best practices to ensure project compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies.
• Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a culture of professional development and collaboration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers and other scientists.
• Support and lead project management, including task planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Does this sound like you?

• Graduate degree in an environmental discipline (e.g. biology, environmental science, geography, earth science, or soil/reclamation science).
• 8+ years of experience in consulting (with a focus on municipal infrastructure projects based in Alberta).
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a professional designation (P. Ag, P. Biol., P. Geol., RPF) and have experience with Alberta’s regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate environmental requirements into engineering projects at the proposal, business development, pre‑design, design, tender and construction phases.
• Proven experience as an effective and results‑driven project manager.
• Strong knowledge of the Alberta market, including key local and regional stakeholders, with an in‑depth understanding of environmental regulatory frameworks and policies.
• Valid driver’s licence.

About Us

At Associated Environmental, we’re passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our Company Culture Is Shaped By

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium‑size company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!
• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.