Manager, Environmental Services- Archaeology and Cultural Heritage

Hydro One; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity provider in Ontario is looking for a Manager of Environmental Services specializing in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage. This role involves leading a team and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while engaging with Indigenous communities. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and significant project delivery experience. The position offers a dynamic work environment where development and community focus are prioritized.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusiveness initiatives

Recognition as a top employer

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in environmental compliance and cultural heritage management.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario environmental and heritage legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a team to deliver archaeological assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario's Heritage Act.
• Engage with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Archaeology, or Cultural Heritage

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

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!

Hydro One is committed to developing leaders and fostering a professional, flexible workforce. Working within Hydro One’s Environmental Services group, the Manager, Environmental Services – Archaeology and Cultural Heritage will develop and lead a team of approximately 10 professionals and service providers to deliver archaeological and cultural heritage assessments for capital transmission and distribution projects across Ontario. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, this role ensures compliance with Ontario’s Heritage Act, environmental assessments, permits, approvals, and monitoring, while building strong relationships with internal teams, regulators, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders. The Manager will provide leadership, drive innovation, and support project delivery throughout all phases, requiring travel across the province to engage with communities and oversee field activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Develop and lead a team of professional staff, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
  • Assign duties, manage organizational changes, and authorize expenses and pay.
  • Demonstrate visible leadership to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
• Project & Program Delivery
  • Oversee archaeological and cultural heritage assessments for capital and maintenance programs within established scope, budget, and timelines.
  • Support environmental requirements including assessments, permits, approvals, and monitoring throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure high-quality, cost-effective services that comply with Hydro One policies, standards, and environmental laws.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
  • Manage Hydro One’s compliance with the Identification & Evaluation Process and maintain its status under the Ontario Heritage Act.
  • Monitor legislative changes, best practices, and approval processes to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Contribute to regulatory approvals.
• Stakeholder & Indigenous Engagement
  • Engage effectively with Indigenous communities to align work with provincial requirements while respecting community protocols.
  • Support strategic resolution of misalignments between Indigenous expectations and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead engagement activities with the public, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders through meetings and communications.
• Procurement & Vendor Management
  • Oversee procurement and vendor performance for archaeological, cultural heritage, and environmental consulting services.
  • Maintain and review consulting service contracts to ensure quality and compliance.
• Strategic Support & Collaboration
  • Ensure consistency in applying legislation, regulations, and policy documents, including provincial Standards & Guidelines.
  • Maintain effective relationships with ministries and regulatory agencies.
  • Participate in internal and external committees and project meetings to support environmental leads and foster staff growth.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Archaeology, Cultural Heritage, or related field.
• Extensive experience in environmental compliance, cultural heritage management, and project delivery.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario environmental and heritage legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with Indigenous communities.
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, and vendor performance.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, cultural heritage/anthropology, environmental studies, planning, natural sciences or related field.

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: Janary 12, 2026.

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