Environmental Scientist

Associated Engineering (ONT) Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist for their Calgary office. Responsibilities include executing field programs, collecting and analyzing data, and supporting project managers. The ideal candidate holds a degree in geology, geoscience, or environmental science, with excellent communication skills and relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to sustainability and employee development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and benefits

Ongoing professional development support

Health and wellness programs

Social club activities

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience in a related field; consulting experience is preferred.
• Eligibility to become registered with a professional association (e.g., P. Geo., P. Ag.) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Promoting a strong health and safety culture in the team.
• Communicating and coordinating with contractors.
• Executing field programs and analyzing field data.
• Evaluating data and producing technical reports.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Familiarity with Alberta regulations

Experience in remote areas and extreme conditions

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in geology, geoscience, or environmental science

Job description

Environmental Scientist (Junior)

About Us

Associated Environmental Consultants is part of the Associated Engineering Group of companies. We provide a wide range of environmental consulting services to a client base that is well diversified between public and private sectors. Our environmental science and management services are well integrated with those of our engineering colleagues, providing opportunities to work with talented people across disciplines and throughout western and northern Canada.

We are an employee‑owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Recognizing our excellence and dedication to staff, we have been one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high‑quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Junior Environmental Scientist on our Geosciences team in our Calgary office.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Participating actively in promoting a strong health and safety culture in the team.
• Communicating and coordinating with contractors.
• Executing field programs, including collecting and analyzing field data from soil, surface and groundwater, water supply well drilling, borehole logging, and hydraulic well tests.
• Evaluating data and technical reporting of:
  • Groundwater monitoring;
  • Aquifer testing;
  • Soil sampling;
  • Environmental Site Assessments.
• Supporting project managers, including developing work plans and project scheduling.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate (or graduate) degree in geology, geoscience, or environmental science.
• Relevant work experience in a related field; consulting experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with technical and non‑technical clients and contractors.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working safely in remote areas and extreme environments and weather conditions.
• Familiarity with Alberta regulations and guidelines.
• Eligibility to become registered with a professional association (e.g., P. Geo., P. Ag.) is an asset.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and matching company pension program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness, including COR® (Certificate of Recognition) certification, fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company‑wide Olympics), lunch‑and‑learns, and community support initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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.