Senior Environmental Specialist

Poutrix; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 154,610 - 223,632; Full time

Job summary

Poutrix is seeking a full-time Environmental Specialist in Manitoba to support environmental restoration projects. You'll lead regulatory interactions, evaluate environmental data, and mentor junior staff.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in environmental science, holds a relevant Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred), and possesses strong communication skills.

The salary range for this position is $112,000–162,000 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant science experience.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., PGeo, PEng).
• Detailed knowledge of national and provincial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead client and regulatory correspondence.
• Evaluate data for environmental investigations.
• Write and review technical reports.
• Prepare bids for proposals.
• Foster junior colleagues' professional growth.

Skills

Supervision of junior colleagues

Strong attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Environmental Science

Advanced degree (MSc, MEng)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Arcadis Environmental Specialist – Manitoba

The role is a full‑time position within our Environmental Restoration group supporting power and energy, freight rail, and industrial projects from a technical standpoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead client and regulatory correspondence and interactions.

• Evaluate data to develop conceptual site models for environmental investigations.

• Delineate the nature and extent of contamination, evaluate and implement remedial alternatives, and modify or optimize remediation and monitoring programs as needed.

• Write and review technical reports; train, coach, and mentor staff on consulting best practices and business growth goals.

• Identify opportunities to develop a strong professional profile through conference presentations, publications, and participation on technical committees.

• Prepare specialist elements of bids to support high‑quality, winning proposals.

• Serve as a visible steward of Health & Safety by completing required stewardship goals and modeling H&S practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or closely related field; advanced degree (MSc, MEng) preferred.
• 10 or more years of relevant science experience, including leadership of the development and implementation of specialist solutions.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., PGeo, PEng) status or equivalent.
• Detailed knowledge of national standards and codes of practice, including applicable provincial and federal regulations.
• Excellent technical writing skills; able to produce complex reports.

Key Skills

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor junior and intermediate colleagues, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and writing skills; strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $112,000–162,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.