Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Group retirement savings plan

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is hiring a Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves managing environmental assessments, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a university degree in a related field and over 15 years of experience in project management. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $128,300 to $178,300 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including health plans and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in project management for environmental programs.
• Experience in environmental impact assessments and compliance tasks.
• Self-motivated with excellent technical writing and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project tasks and deliverables within environmental assessments.
• Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Write and coordinate project proposals and reports.

Skills

Strong listening and problem-solving skills

Ability to work with multidisciplinary project teams

Capacity to multitask and manage multiple projects

Exceptional attention to detail

Proven project management skills

Education

University degree or post-undergraduate diploma in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies

Job description

Overview

Stantec is seeking Senior Environmental Planners/Project Managers to join our Assessment and Permitting team within the Environmental Services practice, working within one of our London, Waterloo, Markham, Hamilton, or Ottawa offices.

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.

Work 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.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Location

Primary location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Pay and Compensation

Pay Range: Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $128,300.00 – $178,300.00 annually.

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed compensation will be 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.

Benefits Summary

• Health, dental, and vision plans.
• 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 accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
• Temporary/casual employees have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.
• Benefits may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Other Information

Travel: Yes.

Schedule: Full time.