Project Manager - Site Investigation & Remediation

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Project Manager in Site Investigation, Remediation & Response. The role involves managing environmental projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing mentorship to junior staff. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and a relevant degree. This position offers a competitive salary range from $92,600 to $138,900 based on location, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Environmental Professional focused on contaminated sites.
• Experience as a project coordinator or manager in investigations, remediation, or assessments.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a professional designation.

Responsibilities

• Actively promote health and safety culture in the team.
• Manage various environmental projects and regulatory applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Collaborate with different disciplines and lead proposal efforts.

Skills

Client management

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor or Master's in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or Engineering

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Project Manager - Site Investigation, Remediation & Response to join our dynamic Environmental Services team in British Columbia. As a key member of the team, you will work with the team to further solidify our project delivery and technical excellence, as well as work with senior management to help determine the future direction of the group.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in promoting a strong health and safety culture in the team
• Support clients in various sectors including insurance and commercial real estate, all forms of government, and the natural resource sector including oil and gas
• Project Management of Phase I, II, III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI and Stage 2 PSI/DSI, remediation projects and risk assessments; as well as applications under the BC Contaminated Sites Regulations for regulatory instruments including Approvals in Principal and Certificates of Compliance
• Provide technical insight, guidance and review on project deliverables including management of scope, staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and health and safety
• Provide mentorship and training to junior team members
• Collaborate across disciplines including Indoor Environments, Environmental Assessment, Geotechnical, Atmospheric Sciences, and Water Resources across Stantec Canada offices
• Pursue and lead proposal and project efforts within the Site Investigation, Remediation & Response team in British Columbia including the development of work plans, associated scopes and budgets, and the procurement and retainment of necessary subcontractors
• Work with leadership to continually assess the direction of the practice
• Participating in (when required) marketing and business development meetings along with client account management

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Thorough understanding of provincial and federal environmental regulations, particularly the BC Contaminated Sites Regulation and related technical and administrative guidance documents
• Strong client management and communication skills are essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and provide guidance to junior staff is a key requirement for this position
• Superior, and demonstrated, verbal and written communication skills, specifically technical report writing
• Possession of a valid BC driver’s license is required

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of directly applicable experience as an Environmental Professional, with focus on contaminated sites investigation field work, and writing of technical reports, including Phase I, II, III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI and Stage 2 PSI/DSIs, remediation reports.
• Direct experience as a project coordinator or project manager in contaminated site investigations, remediation and/or risk assessment.
• A University degree (Bachelor or Master's) in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology or Engineering.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., P.Chem., R.P. Bio.) is required.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting.

Pay Range:
• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 87,400.00 - Max Salary $ 131,000.00
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 92,600.00 - Max Salary $ 138,900.00

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.