Project Manager

GFL Environmental Inc.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

Health, dental, vision, and mental健康(B

Benefits fully covered

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Prince George, British Columbia, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end environmental projects, including soil remediation and hazardous waste disposal, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will develop plans, manage budgets, coordinate stakeholders, and drive project delivery from inception to completion within BC EMA, CSR, and HWR frameworks.

This role offers the chance to impact local environmental outcomes with a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in the BC environmental industry, with focus on soil remediation and hazardous waste management.
• Extensive knowledge of BC CSR and Hazardous Waste Regulations; familiarity with Protocol 19 (Soil Relocation) and Protocol 12 (Site Risk Classification).
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• Deep understanding of BC soil classifications, waste discharge authorizations, and remediation technologies.
• Proven track record of managing projects exceeding $1M in scope; PMP designation or professional status (P.Eng., P.Geo., R.P.Bio., or P.Ag.) is asset.
• Construction or infrastructure experience is a strong asset.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, with ability to navigate complex regulatory hurdles and provide clear guidance to clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of environmental projects, including contaminated site excavation, soil treatment, and hazardous waste disposal.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including budget forecasting, resource allocation, and timeline management.
• Act as internal SME on BC EMA, CSR, and HWR.
• Oversee preparation and submission of Soil Relocation Notifications, Site Disclosure Statements, and Summary of Site Condition forms.
• Coordinate with clients, environmental consultants, and regulatory bodies (ENV).
• Coordinate transport and disposal of contaminated materials to approved GFL facilities or third-party sites meeting HWR standards.
• Maintain GFL's safety standards and site-specific safety plans.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Negotiation

Construction/infrastructure experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, or related field

PMP designation or professional status (asset)

Job description

About GFL Environmental

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and soil remediation. We are the \"Green For Life\" team—a group of professionals dedicated to providing sustainable environmental solutions to our clients and communities.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to join our team in Prince George, British Columbia. This role is central to our specialized environmental services division, focusing on large-scale contaminated site management, soil remediation, and complex hazardous waste disposal projects.

You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of environmental projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and in strict accordance with BC's rigorous environmental and hazardous waste regulations.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Manage the full lifecycle of environmental projects, including contaminated site excavation, soil treatment, and hazardous waste disposal.


• Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including budget forecasting, resource allocation, and timeline management.


• Regulatory Compliance: Act as the internal Subject Matter Expert on the BC Environmental Management Act (EMA), the Contaminated Sites Regulation (CSR), and the Hazardous Waste Regulation (HWR).


• Technical Reporting: Oversee the preparation and submission of Soil Relocation Notifications, Site Disclosure Statements, and Summary of Site Condition forms.


• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, environmental consultants, and regulatory bodies (ENV).


• Waste Logistics: Coordinate the transport and disposal of contaminated materials to approved GFL facilities or third-party sites, ensuring all manifesting and transport requirements meet HWR standards.


• Health & Safety: Maintain GFL's industry-leading safety standards, ensuring all field staff and subcontractors adhere to site-specific safety plans and local protocols.


• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in the BC environmental industry, with specific focus on soil remediation and hazardous waste management.


• Extensive, up-to-date knowledge of BC's CSR and Hazardous Waste Regulations. You must be familiar with the latest amendments to Protocol 19 (Soil Relocation) and Protocol 12 (Site Risk Classification).


• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field and asset.


• Deep understanding of BC soil classifications, waste discharge authorizations, and remediation technologies.


• Proven track record of managing projects exceeding $1M in scope. PMP designation or professional status (P.Eng., P.Geo., R.P.Bio., or P.Ag.) is considered a strong asset.


• Construction or infrastructure experience is considered a strong asset.


• Exceptional negotiation skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory hurdles and provide clear guidance to clients.

Why Join GFL?

• Work for one of the fastest-growing environmental firms in North America.


• Competitive compensation package with a company-matched RRSP program to support your financial future.


• Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits—with premiums fully covered by GFL.


• Take the lead on projects that directly improve the local BC environment.


• A positive, collaborative work culture that invests in your success.


• A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where \"Green For Life\" is more than just a slogan.