Senior Environmental Land Use Professional

Vertex Resource Group Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Vertex Resource Group Ltd. seeks an Environmental Land Use Professional to support projects across Alberta, focusing on Alberta’s public lands and regulatory systems.

The role advances AER OneStop Public Lands applications, coordinates environmental and land use requirements, and supports Water Act approvals. Based in Sherwood Park or Calgary, this position involves liaising with regulators, preparing filings, and providing mentorship to junior staff while ensuring compliance and timely project

Qualifications

• 5+ years in environmental land use, regulatory or public lands roles.
• Strong knowledge of AER OneStop, PLA, Water Act, and related regulations.
• Direct experience with Crown land dispositions and Water Act applications.
• Experience on oil & gas, pipeline, or infrastructure projects in OneStop or DRAS.
• Professional designation or eligibility (RPFT, RPF, PAg, P.Biol, or equivalent).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit and manage Public Lands Act applications via AER OneStop.
• Interpret AEPA, F&P, MSSC and PLAR requirements.
• Coordinate Water Act applications (COPs, WAIF/WAIR).
• Engage SMEs to satisfy project needs.
• Support environmental planning: pre-construction wildlife sweeps, site assessments, mapping, watercourse crossings.
• Liaise with Alberta regulators (AER, AEPA, F&P).
• Track approvals and maintain project regulatory documentation.
• Provide guidance to junior staff.

Skills

AER OneStop knowledge

PLA & Water Act familiarity

Regulatory coordination

Crown land dispositions

Infrastructure project experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Environmental Science or related

5+ years in Alberta Crown land workflows

Tools

DRAS

AER OneStop system

WAIF/WAIR knowledge

Job description

VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 50 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

OVERVIEW

Vertex Professional Services Ltd. (Vertex) is seeking an Environmental Land Use Professional with strong expertise in Alberta’s public lands and regulatory systems to support client projects across the province. This role will focus on progressing AER OneStop Public Lands applications, coordinating environmental and land use requirements, and supporting regulatory approvals, including Water Act applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, submit, and manage Public Lands Act applications through AER OneStop
• Interpret and apply Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) / Forestry and Parks (F&P) / AER MSSC and PLAR requirements
• Coordinate, manage and provide strategic advice regarding Water Act applications, including:
  • Water Act Code of Practice Notifications (COPs)
  • Water Act Approval applications (WAIF / WAIR)
• Engage and consult with subject matter experts to satisfy project needs
• Support environmental planning requirements, including:
  • Pre-construction wildlife sweeps
  • Pre-disturbance site assessments
  • Desktop environmental constraints mapping
  • Watercourse crossing assessments

• Liaise with regulatory bodies including:
  • Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)
  • Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA)
  • Forestry and Parks (F&P)
• Track application status, approvals, and conditions
• Maintain accurate project records and regulatory documentation
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff as required

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in environmental land use, regulatory, or public lands roles
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • AER OneStop system
  • Public Lands Act (PLA)
  • Water Act and associated regulations
  • MSSC and PLAR tables
• Direct experience with:
  • Crown land dispositions
  • Water Act applications (WAIF, WAIR, COP)
  • Environmental and regulatory coordination
• Experience working on oil & gas, pipeline, or infrastructure project applications in Onestop or Digital Regulatory Assurance System (DRAS)
• Professional designation or eligibility:
  • RPFT, RPF, P.Ag., P.Biol., or equivalent
• Strong understanding of Alberta regulatory processes
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma/Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography, Planning, or related discipline
• 5 - 10+ years (Senior) in Alberta Crown land workflows.

LOCATION

• This position will be based out of our Sherwood Park or Calgary, AB offices.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted