Senior Environmental Scientist

Onterris; Calgary; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist, Engineer, Geologist, or Technologist based in Alberta, Calgary, or Edmonton. The role involves project leadership, technical direction, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have at least 15 years of environmental consulting experience and possess strong leadership and communication skills. The compensation range for the position is $135,000 to $175,000 based on experience and skills. Join Onterris for a meaningful career focused on environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting.
• Experience overseeing moderately complex projects.
• Registration in or membership in a professional organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead communication with client’s program management teams.
• Provide senior review of technical deliverables.
• Transfer knowledge and support training of colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Data evaluation skills

Project management

Technical direction

Education

Degree in environmental science, geology, engineering

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real‑world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement—a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Senior Environmental Scientist, Engineer, Geologist, or Technologist, in our Edmonton or Calgary Offices, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi‑disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $135,000 to $175,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Act as a leader in the workplace using Onterris Standard Operating Safety and Technical Procedures
• Act as the technical accountable on various scopes (based on individual competencies) that may include: Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation, Risk Management Plans, Remedial Action Plans, and/or Soil Monitoring Programs
• Work with multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects
• Lead communication with client’s program management teams and project related stakeholders
• Provide support to project managers
• Provide senior review and approval of technical deliverables and scopes of work
• Prepare and/or review technical correspondence, proposals, work plans, cost estimates, and reports, including regulatory submissions
• Work within a well‑organized, and innovative culture with support systems that empower our professionals to focus on providing high quality solutions to our clients
• Transfer knowledge, share experiences, and support the training and mentorship of colleagues
• Be a senior member of our technical practice community that supports team and personal innovation, growth and success at all levels

What Are We Looking For

• A degree or advanced degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience overseeing moderately complex projects, including review of reports and technical components such as conceptual site models, drilling plans, cross‑sections, and sampling program selection
• Strong data evaluation skills and ability to make decisions based on findings
• Self‑motivated, possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), and strong leadership skills
• Willingness to provide technical direction and active mentorship to junior and intermediate professionals and project managers
• Registration in or a member in good standing of a professional organization (e.g., AIA, ASET, APEGA)
• Experience with the Alberta Energy Regulator’s OneStop tool and working knowledge of provincial regulatory frameworks in Western Canada is also an asset
• A valid and clean Class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years previous experience in environmental consulting
• Experience and assertiveness in driving scope, schedule and budget for moderately to complex projects, primarily in the oil and gas industry

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for individuals with disabilities.