Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist (2025041142)

Thurber Engineering; Abbotsford, Kamloops, Squamish, Vancouver, Victoria; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse environmental projects, providing valuable mentorship while contributing to impactful solutions for contaminated sites. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging professional development and open communication. With a commitment to quality and innovation, this organization is dedicated to building a better Canada through great people and ideas. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee and Family assistance program

Professional development support

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in environmental engineering or science.
• Registered as a P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., or P.Chem.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work for Environmental Site Assessments.
• Conduct fieldwork and mentor junior staff on complex projects.
• Analyze project data and prepare regulatory-compliant reports.

Skills

Environmental Engineering

Project Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Hydrogeology

Contaminated Sites Regulation (CSR)

Erosion and Sediment Control

Education

Post-secondary program in Environmental Engineering

Post-secondary program in Environmental Science

Post-secondary program in Hydrogeology

Post-secondary program in Civil / Geological Engineering

Tools

Technical Software for Environmental Analysis

Job description

Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist (2025041142)

Job Type

• Full Time

Posted on

Friday, Apr 11, 2025

Location

• Abbotsford, BC
• Victoria, BC

Overview

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist to join our BC team. Depending on the successful candidate’s location, this position may be situated in Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford, Kamloops, or Squamish.

Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment, and construction materials.

As an Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed scopes of work and cost estimates to execute Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and contaminated site investigations (i.e., Phase II ESAs) in soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil vapour;
• Work with other technical professionals and subcontractors to develop remedial options analysis and risk assessment/management strategies;
• Project Management including monitoring project scope of work progression, project spending, and project schedule;
• If required, conduct and/or lead fieldwork on complex projects and mentor field staff on field execution;
• Liaise with field staff and technical discipline leaders during project execution;
• Analyze and interpret project data and prepare technical reports that meet regulatory requirements;
• Maintain positive client relationships and communicate project status on a routine basis;
• Participate in marketing and business development activities and initiatives;
• Contribute to proposals, pre-qualifications, and relationship building with existing and prospective clients.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology, or Civil / Geological Engineering with an environmental focus.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience.
• Registered as a P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., or P.Chem.
• Strong understanding of Contaminated Sites Regulation (CSR) and federal environmental guidelines.
• Knowledge of project management as it relates to environmental investigations and remediation.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English language is required.
• Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including local and remote construction sites.
• Strong technical aptitude and technical writing ability.
• Ability to manage people while overseeing projects.
• Ability to work well and self-motivate in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers license.
• Demonstrated experience delivering technical site investigations and remediation solutions.
• Experience with hydrogeological assessments.
• Experience with erosion and sediment control.

Base Salary Range

• $95,000 - $130,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week.

Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.

What we offer

Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive, and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential.

• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals for mentorship and feedback.
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
• We offer financial support towards professional development.
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work.

At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.

Our Vision: Building Canada with great people and great ideas.

Our Mission: Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.

Our Values: Passion and quality in what we do.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees - apply today!