Senior Environmental Manager

Gannett Fleming; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Environmental Consulting Firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Environmental Manager to lead environmental components of infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have over 15 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field. Responsibilities include developing Environmental Management Plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing teams. The position offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a great opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, preferably in a consulting role.
• Experience analyzing project designs and establishing mitigation plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental components of infrastructure design and construction projects.
• Develop comprehensive Environmental Management Plans.
• Ensure compliance with project agreements and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Environmental Management

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Client Interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Science, or related discipline

Tools

Environmental Management Systems

Job description

GFT is seeking a Senior Environmental Manager to join our established and growing Environmental Compliance Team in Toronto, Ontario. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office.

GFT’s Environmental Team

GFT’s Environmental team delivers integrated planning, permitting, and compliance solutions that support infrastructure development across North America. Our team guides clients through Environmental Assessments and permitting processes, ecological and regulatory assessments, and environmental remediation efforts on projects that span transportation, power, water, and facilities markets. From environmental approvals to complex planning solutions, GFT helps clients protect resources, manage risk, and meet regulatory requirements with confidence.

What you'll be challenged to do:

This position will integrate into a broader team of environmental scientists, planners, and project managers to deliver a wide range of projects within various sectors, with a focus on transportation infrastructure (road/bridge) and transit expansion.

Our group offers a diverse base of technical expertise to offer professionals the ability to specialize and advance skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing environmental team, apply your environmental skills, and contribute to high profile infrastructure projects. You will interact with clients, regulators, project managers, and colleagues while working on fast paced and challenging environmental projects. This position will offer the right person significant opportunities for professional growth, specialized training, and leadership.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and manage all environmental components, studies, deliverables and general requirements associated with the execution of infrastructure design and construction projects.
• Execute and oversee all environmental contractual requirements on construction projects in accordance with project agreements and schedules.
• Develop comprehensive Environmental Management Plans to detail project specific mitigation and monitoring strategies that will be followed during construction.
• Develop and implement environmental specifications as part of procurement packages.
• Provide technical review of environmental deliverables (e.g., environmental management plans, technical reports, monthly progress reports, monitoring reports, etc.) to ensure compliance with project agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee environmental monitoring and follow up program in accordance with applicable law and permits, licenses and approvals.
• Establish and maintain working relationships as part of liaising with authorities having jurisdiction.
• Ensure effective communication with the project team on environmental matters; prepare and submit regular environmental reports, as required.
• Provide recommendations for implementation of corrective actions, where applicable.
• Coordinate and execute site investigations and audits for environmental compliance, including but not limited to erosion and sediment control measures, spill preparedness, and water management and discharge.
• Manage and oversee the environmental SME/disciplines (including subconsultants), as well as managing and mentoring staff within the team
• Be familiar with and have working knowledge of environmental permitting and approvals processes.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s Degree in either Environmental Engineering or Science, Environmental Management, Urban Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (preferably in a consulting role).

What we prefer you bring:

• Experience managing and coordinating multi-disciplinary environmental teams.
• Knowledge of Environmental Management Systems development and implementation, including preparation and review of management plans and monitoring programs across various environmental disciplines.
• Experience analyzing project designs, identifying potential environmental impacts and establishing appropriate mitigation/monitoring plans.
• An understanding of transportation, transit and municipal infrastructure projects gained through practical experience.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of environmental legislation, regulations, permits and approvals applicable to construction in Ontario, as well as regulatory requirements / industry best practices related to noise, cultural heritage, archaeology, natural heritage, species at risk, air quality, land use, species at risk, etc.
• Familiarity with ISO14001 principles, auditor certification considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret design and construction drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to successfully collaborate with other technical team members to deliver projects.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to handle and manage competing priorities and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience contributing to Business Development activities and preparing proposals (workplans and budgets.)

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Employment Status: Full-Time

Sponsorship for Canadian Work authorization is not available for this position.

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.

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