Intermediate Associate, Remediation, Environmental and Health & Safety

Financial Edge; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking an Intermediate Associate for their Remediation, Environmental, Health & Safety team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting site examinations, preparing technical reports, and collaborating with various experts. This position requires three to five years of experience in remediation or construction sites and a strong foundation in engineering principles. Employment offers opportunities for professional growth and involves client service and project management.

Benefits

Diverse working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Access to industry-leading software

Qualifications

• Experience with personal protective equipment and health & safety compliance.
• Foundation in engineering or science principles and problem-solving.
• Understanding of hazardous material regulations in Ontario.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform site examinations and communicate findings to clients.
• Manage client service deadlines and budgeting on projects.
• Prepare technical reports and develop marketing presence.
• Work collaboratively across various disciplines.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Three to five years' experience in remediation or construction settings

Tools

Project management software

Analytical chemistry data reduction tools

Graphical software (CAD)

Job description

Intermediate Associate, Remediation, Environmental, Health & Safety

Ottawa, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard- makers and specialized consultants in North America. We serve a wide variety of industries including: Transportation, Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, and Renewable Energy.

We are currently seeking an Intermediate Associate to join our Remediation, Environmental, Health & Safety team in Ottawa. If you want to be a part of this fun, exciting, growing firm and contribute your skills, knowledge and abilities to our diverse group of professionals, we are looking for you.

Purpose

Based out of the Ottawa head office, the Associate will report directly to the Practice Lead of the Remediation Group and will collaborate on environmental, health & safety, and industrial hygiene projects with other discipline experts, across 30 Forensic Engineering’s Canada-wide offices, to serve clients in the context of due diligence environmental site assessments, environmental impairment insurance claims, and environmental and professional practice legal matters. This work will include hazardous materials and indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, property examinations, peer review support, data reduction and evaluation, and the preparation of technical reports at the highest standards of technical writing.

Role responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Perform site examinations, document review and effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to colleagues and clients
• Test operation and confirm calibration of systems and equipment
• Interpretation of analytical laboratory results
• Prepare technical reports based on sound investigations and analysis
• Work towards becoming technically independent (i.e., final sign-off) in applicable aspects of environmental site assessment, designated substances abatement and remediation practices
• Manage client service deadlines, budgeting, invoicing and accounts receivable on projects according to organizational best practices
• Establish your presence in the marketplace through regular publication, in-person client meetings and participation in professional communities
• Move towards independence in client interactions and file-based analysis
• Manage projects in an efficient manner and develop an understanding of billing and reporting requirements and/or client-based master service agreements (MSAs)
• Work in a collaborative environment, both on your team and across disciplines
• Develop a market understanding and begin to contribute to marketing events, moving towards independent marketing presence
• Be prepared to provide expert testimony in court

\3>Expectations

• Spend approximately 70% of your time working on client files
• Spend approximately 10% of your time on industry and marketing activities
• Spend approximately 20% of your time on professional development

Requirements

• Three to five years' experience in field, remediation, and construction-site settings, including proper use of personal protective equipment and compliance with health & safety requirements in Ontario
• A strong foundation in the application of engineering or science principles and the scientific-method problem-solving, including indoor environmental and hazardous materials assessments
• Working understanding of indoor air quality and hazardous material regulations in Ontario
• Potential for future certification as Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technician (CET), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to travel throughout Canada and occasional work in evenings and weekends as part of an emergency-response team
• Working knowledge of certain engineering, science and project management software (e.g., analytical chemistry data reduction, statistical analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), modelling, graphical software (CAD)) an asset
• Proficiency in French will be considered an asset.

Competencies and Attributes

• Ability to manage projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated and ability to self-manage
• Capacity for learning
• Capability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively – both oral and written
• Thorough and results oriented
• Flexibility

Our Mission

We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work

Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implementing systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

30 Forensic Engineering Inc. believes in creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are committed to doing so by providing accessible employment practices. Contact a member of the HR department if you need accommodation at any point in the application process.

Our Process

30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed by our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

• Recruiter Phone Interview
• Hiring Manager(s) Interview
• Team Interview

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our applicant tracking system - https://30fe.bamboohr.com/careers/141

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted.