Senior Environmental Engineer / Soil Management Specialist

LJB Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. in Calgary, AB is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer / Senior Soil Management Specialist with 10+ years of experience on major infrastructure or transit projects.

The role focuses on soil movement submissions, regulatory compliance, and leadership of a soil team on the Green Line LRT project. Ideal candidates will possess a PE designation in Alberta (or eligibility), strong communication and collaboration skills, and hands-on experience with soil tracking software such as SoilFlo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental or related field.
• Professional designation in Alberta or eligibility for registration.
• 10+ years of experience on major infrastructure or transit projects including soil management.
• Proven experience with soil tracking software (SoilFlo or similar).
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate soil movement submissions, analytical data, and engineering deliverables for compliance with project requirements, codes, and standards.
• Provide senior technical guidance to project teams, ensuring constructability, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into design decisions.
• Act as a key interface between the client, contractors, and project delivery team.
• Monitor soil movement progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Lead a team of junior and intermediate soil specialists to oversee project-wide soil movement and management.
• Support procurement activities, including technical specifications, RFP responses, and contract documentation.
• Coordinate design changes, RFIs, and technical clarifications to ensure timely resolution.
• Assist in reviewing contractor submissions for contractual compliance, including change requests, claims, and variations.
• Support environmental, safety, and quality management processes throughout construction.
• Lead relationships with municipal authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including site reviews, issue resolution, and verification of contractor work.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or related field

Tools

SoilFlo

Job description

Brief Description
LJB Canada, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time

Brief Description
LJB Canada, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Senior Environmental Engineer / Senior Soil Management Specialist role on the Green Line LRT project in Calgary, AB. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience working on major infrastructure or transit projects and possess the professional and interpersonal skills to make a positive impact on our firm and the clients we serve. We are looking for a motivated professional with a forward-thinking mindset, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit.
Annual Compensation: $130,000 – 185,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.
Benefit Information: Here

Senior Environmental Engineer / Senior Soil Management Specialist Essential Functions

• Review and validate soil movement submissions, analytical data, and engineering deliverables for compliance with project requirements, codes, and standards.


• Provide senior technical guidance to project teams, ensuring constructability, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into design decisions.


• Act as a key interface between the client, contractors, and project delivery team.


• Monitor soil movement progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain compliance with regulatory bodies.


• Lead a team of junior and intermediate soil specialists to oversee project-wide soil movement and management.


• Support procurement activities, including technical specifications, RFP responses, and contract documentation.


• Coordinate design changes, RFIs, and technical clarifications to ensure timely resolution.


• Assist in reviewing contractor submissions for contractual compliance, including change requests, claims, and variations.


• Support environmental, safety, and quality management processes throughout construction.


• Lead relationships with municipal authorities and regulatory bodies.


• Provide engineering support during construction, including site reviews, issue resolution, and verification of contractor work.

Education

Senior Environmental Engineer / Soil Management Specialist Essential Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or related field.


• Professional designation in Alberta or eligibility for registration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience on major infrastructure or transit projects including soil management.


• Strong understanding of environmental regulations applicable to soil management in Alberta.


• Proven experience working in a delivery partner, owner’s engineer, or EPC environment.


• Prior experience with SoilFlo or other soil tracking software.


• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

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