Environmental Specialist

Graham Contracting, Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Canada is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support its project Environmental Management System. The role focuses on managing environmental inspections, monitoring compliance with laws, and working closely with teams on projects like rail stations and bridges. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in environmental monitoring, ideally within construction.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee-owned structure

PMP and Gold Seal training available in-house

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Environmental Monitoring experience in construction.
• Proficiency in environmental inspections and reporting.
• Certification as Canadian Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Environmental Management System on projects.
• Participate in monitoring and managing environmental aspects.
• Conduct field inspections and ensure compliance with environmental obligations.

Skills

Erosion and Sediment Control

Environmental Monitoring

Wildlife Management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science or Environmental Management

Job description

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move, and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity, and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale, and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways / freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, and ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

About the role :

Reporting to the Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist will participate in the success of the project’s Environmental Management System on a day-to-day basis. While working with the Environmental Manager, they will take on a key role in the Pre-Construction, Procurement, and Delivery of a new heavy rail GO Station while working closely with the team to construct multiple rail bridges, pedestrian tunnels, and other station building requirements.

The Environmental Specialist will work with the team on the continuous improvement of the EMS, managing and leading Environmental Inspections, Audits, and addressing Non-Conformance as required.

As an Environmental Specialist at Graham, you will :

• Ensure the Environmental Management System is adhered to across the project in accordance with contractual requirements and Graham’s own internal policy.
• Participate in monitoring of environmental aspects, including wildlife, discharge water quantity and quality, excavated materials management, impacted materials, waste management, erosion and sediment control, dust control, spill prevention and spill response, archaeological discoveries, protection of cultural heritage resources, and Sustainability Plan objectives.
• Participate in managing environmental issues during the pre-construction, procurement, and delivery phases of the project; including environmental monitoring in accordance with contractual requirements, reporting, and Permitting, Licenses, Approvals, and Agreements as required.
• Perform field inspections, surveys, sampling, and walk-downs of environment-related activities with your team to assure field activities, conditions, and outcomes correspond with the requirements of all applicable environmental laws and standards, environmental contractual obligations, Environmental Management Plans, and Environmental Policy.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities for compliance with environmental obligations and provide advice and recommendations for improving environmental protection.

Qualifications and Experience :

• Degree or Diploma from a Recognized University or Technical College in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or another related field.
• P.Eng, CET, and ISO Certifications are all assets.
• Must have experience developing management plans for Environmental Scopes of work.
• Certification as a Canadian Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CAN-CISEC) is preferred.
• Proven proficiency in observing, inspecting, and reporting on the implementation of Erosion and Sediment Control Plans and Environmental protection measures is an asset.
• A minimum of 5 years of Environmental Monitoring experience within a construction or consulting-related field.
• Knowledge of methods, approaches, and best management practices related to environmental inspections, including experience with MTO Construction Administration and Inspection Task Manual.
• Prior experience working in TRCA, GO Transit, and TTC areas is considered an asset.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.

Graham Group Ltd. also welcomes and encourages applications from those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in each stage of our process.

The Graham Advantage

• We are one of North America’s largest General Contractors.
• Graham is 100% employee-owned.
• We champion the development of our employees, including having accredited PMP and Gold Seal training available in-house.
• We have a balanced portfolio of exciting, challenging, and career-defining projects.

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