Onsite construction environmental lead

Hatch; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking an experienced Construction Environmental Lead for a major project north of Fredericton, NB. This on-site role ensures environmental compliance across construction activities while promoting a culture of accountability, risk management and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will lead EMP implementation, coordinate with contractors and project teams, and maintain regulatory alignment, reporting, and environmental performance on site.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience supporting construction environmental compliance and permitting.
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation and permitting frameworks.
• Experience developing, implementing, or auditing Environmental Management Plans and Environmental Protection Plans.
• Experience working with contractors, engineers, and project teams in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the Project Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
• Ensure construction activities comply with environmental legislation, permit conditions, and project commitments.
• Review and approve Contractor-Specific Environmental Protection Plans (C-SEPPs).
• Conduct regular environmental inspections, audits, and compliance assessments on site.
• Provide environmental leadership to contractors and project teams.
• Coordinate regulatory tracking tools and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Science

Master's degree

Professional designation asset

Tools

None

Job description

Requisition ID101542-Posted09/14/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional?

Our Environmental Services Group (ESG) provides our clients with expertise in climate change , environmental assessment & management, noise & vibration, social impact management, sustainable development design, and water resources. With your help, we can build extraordinary things that co-exist, and benefit local communities and habitats.

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Environmental Lead to support a major project located north of Fredericton, New Brunswick. This is a site-based role responsible for ensuring environmental compliance throughout construction activities while promoting a culture of environmental accountability, risk management, and continuous improvement.

This position is ideal for an environmental professional who thrives in a field environment, enjoys collaborating with contractors and project teams, and has strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and construction monitoring practices.

What You'll Do

Environmental Compliance & Site Leadership

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the Project Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
• Ensure construction activities comply with all applicable environmental legislation, permit conditions, authorizations, approvals, and project commitments.
• Review, approve, and monitor Contractor-Specific Environmental Protection Plans (C-SEPPs).
• Conduct regular environmental inspections, audits, and compliance assessments across the project site.
• Provide environmental leadership and guidance to contractors, project teams, and site personnel.
• Promote proactive environmental risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee quality assurance of contractor-led environmental monitoring programs.
• Conduct targeted compliance inspections and performance assurance reviews.
• Coordinate independent monitoring activities and verify the effectiveness of environmental controls.
• Identify environmental risks, deficiencies, and non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Track and ensure timely closure of corrective and preventative actions.

Environmental Permitting & Regulatory Management

• Support environmental permitting activities and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage project environmental tracking tools, including:
  • Environmental Risk Registers
  • Regulatory Compliance Matrices
  • Permit Registers and Tracking Systems
• Coordinate internal environmental authorizations and permit-related documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies when required.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare environmental reports, inspection summaries, incident investigations, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in project and construction meetings as the environmental subject matter expert.
• Lead discussions with contractor representatives regarding environmental performance and compliance expectations.
• Support environmental incident response, investigations, and follow-up actions.

Training & Environmental Awareness

• Deliver environmental orientation sessions for workers, contractors, and project personnel.
• Develop and provide targeted environmental awareness and compliance training.
• Promote environmental best practices and foster a strong environmental culture on site.
• Coordinate wildlife sweeps, environmental surveys, and other field investigations as required.
• Support the development of environmental requirements for subcontracted work and technical scopes.
• Act as Project Environmental Manager when required.

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree or technical diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Technology, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree considered an asset.
• Eligible for, or holding, a relevant professional designation is considered an asset.

Experience

• 8+ years of progressive experience supporting construction projects from an environmental compliance and permitting perspective.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring environmental performance on large construction, infrastructure, energy, industrial, or linear development projects.
• Strong understanding of provincial and federal environmental legislation and permitting frameworks.
• Experience developing, implementing, or auditing Environmental Management Plans and Environmental Protection Plans.
• Experience working within engineering consulting, EPCM, owner, contractor, or utility environments is highly valued.
• Experience supporting renewable energy projects, wind projects, transmission lines, pipelines, transportation, or other linear infrastructure projects is an asset.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify issues proactively and drive practical solutions.
• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic construction environment.
• Commitment to health, safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and environmental documentation.

Language Requirements

• English proficiency (written and spoken) is required.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.