Senior Geochemistry Consultant – Major Projects

Environmental Resources Management (ERM)

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 118,000 - 147,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

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Job summary

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Geochemistry to lead geochemical characterization studies and ML/ARD management for major Canadian mining and resource projects from offices in Vancouver, Calgary or Toronto. You will deliver technical leadership, develop mass balance and geochemical models, mentor teams, and grow ERM's water resources capabilities across Canada.

You will collaborate with hydrogeology, hydrology, aquatics, and toxicology specialists, drive client relationships,

Qualifications

MSc or PhD in Geochemistry or a related field.
6+ years consulting experience in geochemistry, water resource management, impact assessment, and permitting.
Registered professional in a Canadian jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

Be the lead geochemist responsible for technical execution of existing project work related to geochemical characterization studies and ML/ARD management as inputs into environmental assessment and permitting for large-scale capital projects.
Delegate work and serve as senior technical reviewer to ensure deliverables achieve client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire, and mentor personnel for the overall success of the technical team.
Deliver insights and value for clients through technical analyses and the development of robust mass balance and geochemical models.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, aquatics, and toxicology specialists, to develop integrated field investigations and modelling studies that provide value to clients.
Provide leadership and expertise to expand ERM's integrated water management services to our client base in Canada.
Serve as a key member of the core technical team driving growth across environmental impact assessment, land planning, facility siting and permitting, risk assessment, and water resources management.
Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM's profile and market share through a combination of technical excellence and business development.
Contribute to the business development of ERM's global impact assessment and planning service area.
Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take an active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients.
Serve as a key client contact and trusted advisor, building strong relationships based on trust, credibility, and mutual success.
Actively contribute to ERM's international water resources technical community.
Collaborate with ERM practitioners globally to execute projects and share technical expertise.
Participate on multidisciplinary impact assessment teams consisting of professionals from multiple offices across the global ERM organization.
Provide senior technical expertise on major, multimillion-dollar projects throughout Canada and globally.