Risk Assessor

PGL; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Canada is seeking an experienced Risk Assessor to engage in human health and ecological risk assessments for contaminated sites. The role involves project leadership across BC and Alberta with a focus on Indigenous communities and extensive stakeholder engagement. Successful candidates will have strong project management and technical writing skills. PGL offers competitive benefits, flexible working conditions, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

100% employee-owned organization

Employee and Owner Profit Share Program

Flexible work arrangements

Annual training and development budget

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in risk assessment for contaminated sites.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations in BC and Alberta.
• Experience managing complex projects and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical oversight of scientific literature and risk modeling.
• Develop risk-based strategies for managing contamination.
• Mentor junior scientists in risk assessment techniques.

Skills

Risk assessment expertise

Project management

Stakeholder communications

Field work experience

Technical writing

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Toxicology or Environmental Science

Professional designation (R.P.Bio., P.Geo., etc.)

Job description

Overview

Advancing people, environment, and business. PGL Environmental Consultants (PGL) is seeking an experienced Risk Assessor with demonstrated expertise in human health and ecological risk assessments (HH/Eco RAs) for contaminated sites. We offer a flexible 37.5-hour work week, with the option to work from home or from any of our offices in Vancouver, Langley, Victoria, Calgary, or Whitby.

This is an intermediate to senior technical role involving the interpretation of complex environmental data, regulatory submissions, and scientific risk communication. You’ll lead diverse projects across BC and Alberta, with particular focus on work involving First Nations communities, federal agencies, and private-sector clients.

In addition to technical project delivery, the Risk Assessor will be expected to support and guide junior and entry-level staff, and contribute to business development and marketing efforts, including preparing proposals and work plans, delivering presentations, attending networking events and seminars, and fostering strong client relationships. An interest in growing your involvement in business development is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct critical review and technical oversight of scientific literature, toxicological data, sediment and biota sampling results, and risk modeling inputs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting Indigenous clients in federal/provincial technical committees and environmental review processes.
• Develop and communicate risk-based strategies for managing residual contamination, including natural attenuation, sub-slab depressurization, and long-term risk management plans.
• Guide project scoping, regulatory engagement, proposal development, and cost estimation for HH/Eco RA-focused projects.
• Mentor junior scientists in environmental risk assessment, toxicology, and environmental communication.
• Contribute to scientific writing efforts including peer‑reviewed literature, regulatory memos, and community-facing summaries.
• Conduct and support human health and ecological risk assessments aligned with regulatory requirements in BC and Alberta.
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships through regular communication, technical guidance, and high-quality deliverables.
• Support and lead business development activities, including proposals, work plans, presentations, and networking events.
• Contribute to internal process improvements, technical protocols, and team development.
• Participate in various types of environmental consulting projects as appropriate to the level of experience.

Job Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Toxicology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Eligible for or registered with a professional designation (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Geo., P.Ag., P.Eng., CSAP or QP RA).
• 8+ years of experience with a strong focus on risk assessment for contaminated sites, brownfields, and federal properties.
• Experience with natural resource sector projects (e.g., oil sands, fisheries) preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of federal and provincial environmental regulations, especially in British Columbia and Alberta.
• Familiarity with exposure pathway modeling, risk quantification, and receptor-specific toxicity evaluations.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder interactions and client communications (e.g., Indigenous communities, regulators, and the public).
• Previous experience with field methods such as borehole drilling, well installation, soil and groundwater sampling, and remediation technologies.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects, teams, and budgets in a consulting environment.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with work plan or proposal writing.
• A collaborative spirit with a passion for mentorship and leadership.
• Supportive of PGL’s Strategic Initiatives (i.e., high level of engagement).
• Willingness to travel throughout BC and Alberta as needed.
• A valid driver’s license.

PGL Perks

• 100% employee-owned organization
• Employee and Owner Profit Share Program
• Flexible work arrangements and daily work hours
• Medium-sized organization—a lot of opportunity for career development and progression
• Annual company retreat
• Allowances: cell phone, wellness, office, clothing, and Costco membership
• Annual training and development budget
• Professional associations and membership dues
• Salary range $80,000–$120,000, commensurate with experience
• Three/four weeks of vacation and paid sick time
• Competitive benefits: extended health, dental, short- and long-term disability, life and travel insurance

If you are looking to join a great team that values creativity, collaboration, and employee engagement, please apply online at http://www.pggroup.com/join_team.htm. This job posting will be open until August 18th, 2025. All successful applicants will be contacted via e‑mail until the role is filled. The successful applicant will ideally start early September.

About PGL Environmental Consultants

PGL is committed to advancing our people and company by creating a sense of belonging for every employee and by being equitable, diverse, and inclusive. We recognize that our community will be strengthened by the inclusion of a wide range of views and perspectives, informed by diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We want every employee to feel they have equal opportunities for growth at PGL and strive to include, embrace, promote, and celebrate differences of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical, and mental abilities.

We are a full-service environmental consulting firm with offices in BC and Ontario. Since 1991, PGL has provided environmental services, such as environmental planning, contaminated site assessments, remediation, environmental impact assessment, environmental monitoring, sustainability assessments, environmental permitting, and agrology. PGL is an employee-owned company with over 110 employees including environmental scientists, geoscientists, biologists, social scientists, and engineers, plus a dynamic and customer-oriented support team.