Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 128,300 - 178,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is looking for a Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager in Hamilton to join their Assessment and Permitting team. You will deliver expertise across various sectors, managing project tasks and communicating with stakeholders.

Candidates must have a university degree in Environmental Planning or related field, with a minimum of 15 years experience in project management, particularly in environmental assessments and compliance. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in environmental project management.
• Experience with environmental assessments and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness to undertake travel for project needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage project tasks and deliverables in environmental assessments.
• Communicate with diverse project stakeholders effectively.
• Write and coordinate proposals and reports for projects.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

University degree in Environmental Planning or related field

Job description

Stantec is seeking Senior Environmental Planners/Project Managers to join our Assessment and Permitting team within the Environmental Services practice. You will work in one of our London, Waterloo, Markham, Hamilton, or Ottawa offices, delivering environmental expertise across a wide variety of sectors.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage project tasks and deliverables and assist with implementing the environmental assessment and permitting process as it applies to projects.
• Communicate and liaise with a variety of project stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, members of the public, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
• Write and coordinate proposals and reports tailored to specific project requirements.
• Manage project tasks and deliverables related to Environmental Programs and/or Provincial and Federal Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Conduct desktop studies to support regulatory requirements for various developments.
• Develop and implement consultation programs with a focus on diverse stakeholders.
• Communicate and liaise effectively with project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Work with a group of professionals across Canada, focusing on environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance.
• Build on previous client relationships to provide opportunities and support development.
• Actively participate in key client meetings and professional/industrial organizations to promote Stantec.
• Collaborate with Key Account Managers and Sector Leaders to achieve excellent business outcomes.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong listening and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work seamlessly with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Capacity to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Proven project‑management skills, delivering quality results on time and within budget.
• Willingness to undertake periodic short‑term, regional travel.
• Self‑motivated with excellent technical writing and public speaking skills.
• Experience in mentoring rising talent.

Education and Experience

A university degree or post‑undergraduate college diploma in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field is required.

Minimum 15 years of experience in project management for environmental programs, with a focus on energy, power, infrastructure, mining, industrial, and/or community development projects.

Previous experience in undertaking tasks such as the Class EA process, environmental impact assessments, environmental programs, environmental compliance, and/or coordinating the acquisition of permits and approvals.

Preferred Qualifications and Assets

• Consulting experience.
• Expertise in community consultations, securing site access, and regulatory approvals, including with Indigenous communities.
• Project‑management experience, familiarity with project financing, maintaining billable work, and ensuring successful project deliveries.
• Active participation in strategic planning and execution, including pre‑positioning for key projects and developing RFP responses.

Typical Office Environment

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.

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 accident death & dismemberment insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Pay Range

Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario – $128,300.00 – $178,300.00 Annually.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.