Environmental Specialist - Infrastructure

Graham; Toronto; On-site; CAD 109,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham is seeking an Environmental Specialist for their Infrastructure division to oversee environmental management in construction projects. The role involves monitoring compliance with environmental laws, managing inspections, and improving environmental practices. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and significant experience in environmental monitoring.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Environmental Monitoring experience in construction or consulting.
• Certification as Canadian Certified Inspector of sediment and Erosion Control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Environmental Management System across the project.
• Participate in environmental monitoring and reporting during project phases.

Skills

Environmental Management

Ecology

Biology

Environmental Science

Environmental Monitoring

Education

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

Job description

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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 on-going 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. For more information please see our AODA Compliance Policy and our Multi-Year Accessibility Plan .

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

As Graham's trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg aids in the hiring of skilled professionals who play a crucial role in the success of Graham's Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, Maintenance and Turnaround projects across Canada.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting, Engineering, and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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