Manager - Environmental Services

Hydro One; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity provider in Ontario is seeking a Manager, Environmental Services to lead a professional team and manage environmental requirements for major projects. Responsibilities include overseeing environmental assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field, including leadership capabilities. This role offers an opportunity to impact safety and sustainability while promoting community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of business experience in environmental or utility-related fields.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in the electricity industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering environmental services for capital projects.
• Manage compliance monitoring and due diligence activities.
• Build relationships with Indigenous communities and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Forestry, or a related field

Job description

51034-Toronto-Regular.

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

About Hydro One

Hydro One is committed to building leaders at all levels and fostering a professional workforce that values learning, growth, and organizational flexibility. We strive to attract, develop, and retain top talent to deliver exceptional service and innovation.

Position Overview

The Manager, Environmental Services will lead a team of approximately 5‑10 professional staff responsible for delivering environmental requirements for major capital transmission projects and programs across Ontario. This role involves managing a high‑performance, collaborative team to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and in compliance with environmental regulations, while maintaining social acceptability.

The Manager will oversee Environmental Assessments, permits and approvals, compliance monitoring, and due diligence activities. The position requires strong relationship‑building skills to collaborate with internal business units, rights‑holders, and external stakeholders, including regulators and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of environmental professionals to deliver high‑quality environmental services.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to ensure regulatory compliance and staff development.
• Oversee environmental requirements for capital projects, including robust Class Environmental Assessments, permits, approvals, and monitoring.
• Support projects through all phases—from planning and mitigation to construction and compliance.
• Ensure consistency in applying legislation, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Track deliverables, budgets, and schedules to meet project timelines and financial objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, regulators, agencies, interest groups, and the public.
• Represent Hydro One at community meetings, open houses, and regulatory hearings.
• Monitor and interpret environmental legislation and best practices to identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage consulting contracts for specialized environmental services.
• Contribute to policy development, innovation initiatives, and continuous improvement within Environmental Services.
• Demonstrate visible leadership in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Forestry, or a related field relevant to the utility sector.
• Minimum 10 years of business experience in an environmental or utility‑related field, including oversight of environmental, capital project, or operational work.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Experience supporting infrastructure design, construction, and operations; electricity industry experience is an asset.
• Experience collaborating with Indigenous communities is an asset.

Selection Criteria

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead a team of professionals and influence across all organizational levels.
• Sound knowledge of project and program principles, including budgeting, scheduling, consultant oversight, and workflow tracking.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on delivering project requirements aligned with environmental and sustainability standards.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute workflows and programs impacting multiple lines of business.
• Technical expertise in environmental permits, approvals, and compliance for utilities or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Solid understanding of environmental legislation, guidelines, and best practices, with experience interacting with regulatory bodies.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Related knowledge in Environmental Management Systems, Public Consultation, Climate Change and Sustainability, Construction Specifications, Contract Administration, and Contaminant Management is considered an asset.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and People Development
• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Rights‑holder and Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
• Project Management and Financial Acumen
• Communication and Negotiation Skills
• Adaptability and Continuous Improvement

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: January 12, 2026.

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