Senior Manager, Geoenvironmental Services

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is seeking a Senior Manager, Geoenvironmental Services in Toronto. The role provides expertise and leadership in hydrogeology and geotechnical engineering, guiding permits, monitoring, and data management.

You will mentor a team and advise on complex development projects in alignment with provincial acts and TRCA policy. Responsibilities include leading reviews, preparing reports, and representing TRCA in hearings as needed, with a focus on protecting

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional membership in good standing with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO) with P.Geo. designation or Licensed Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in hydrogeology within land development or provincial water resources environments.
• 3+ years of progressive managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review of complex hydrogeology permit applications in collaboration with the planning team.
• Lead the documentation and updates to hydrogeology and source water management processes and workflows.
• Prepare technical reports and communications to guide hydrogeology R&D activities.
• Collaborate with planners on sensitive planning applications to support TRCA objectives.
• Participate in hearings such as Ontario Land Tribunal as required.
• Lead and manage a team of hydrogeologists and geotechnical engineers.
• Build external stakeholder relationships to advance TRCA objectives.

Skills

Hydrogeology knowledge

Geotechnical engineering

Strategic leadership

Education

University degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Professional Geoscientist (PGO) with P.Geo designation or P.E. license (Ontario)

Valid Ontario G2 driver's license

Tools

MODFLOW

GSFLOW

VIEWLOG

SITEFX

Job description

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:The Senior Manager, Geoenvironmental Services provides expertise and leadership in the development and delivery of TRCA programs, policies and services relating to hydrogeology and geotechnical engineering. Primary responsibilities relate to requirements defined by the Source Water Protection Act, the Conservation Authorities Act (e.g. slope stability/erosion hazards), and the Planning Act. The team consists of three hydrogeologists and three geotechnical engineers, with 4 staff being direct reports. Work activities are split between team mentoring and management, advising on hydrogeology and geotechnical review of development and infrastructure permit applications, source water protection including project delivery, ground water monitoring and analysis, and reporting; providing analysis and advice to municipal and provincial partners, and acting as an expert witness/subject matter expert on behalf of TRCA.

Major Responsibilities: Guides the review of complex permit applications, in collaboration with the planning team, to determine the scope of the hydrogeological review required and confirm or adjust review scheduling as neededLeads the documentation, analysis, and updates to hydrogeology & source water management processes and procedures, workflows and business processes to maximize efficiency and long-term management of data collection files in support of TRCA’s strategic goalsLeads the preparation of technical reports and communications related to projects and programs to guide hydrogeology & source water management research and development activitiesCollaborates with planners on high level or politically sensitivity planning applications to guide client meetings and to support TRCA’s business objectivesParticipates in Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) and other hearings, tribunals, investigations that may be required as part of a dispute or legal action regarding a permit application, as requiredLeads and manages a team of hydrogeologists and geotechnical engineers to ensure the application of TRCA policy and industry best practice on development applicationsCommunicates with team members regularly to assess workload and status of activities, amends work and reassigns staff as needed to direct workflow and accommodate for any situational circumstances.Manages employee and team performance.Ensures business processes are streamlined, documented and cascaded to team members.Builds and maintains external stakeholder relationships; working strategically with internal and external stakeholders, utilizing networks to establish and activate connections to achieve organizational goals and to explore new opportunities

What will you need to succeed:Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

University degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related fieldProfessional membership in good standing with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO) with P.Geo. designation or Licensed Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers OntarioValid Ontario Class G2 driver's license

Experience

7+ years of progressive experience in hydrogeology within a land development, provincial water resources environment, or a related field3+ years progressive managerial experience

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

Thorough knowledge of hydrogeology concepts including experience with groundwater models including MODFLOW, GSFLOW, VIEWLOG, and SITEFXFamiliar with geotechnical engineering concepts and dam/dike embankment safety reviewAble to assess available resources, forecast needs, and prioritize tasks to achieve TRCA objectives and client requestsDemonstrated ability to prepare consultant terms of reference and procurement documentsDemonstrated ability to create culture of empowerment and trust to facilitate effective problem solving and decision makingForms strategic relationships with other organizations to improve the customer experiences and advance the protection of hydrogeological resourcesInfluential communicator able to facilitate discussions between parties with different perspectives of competing interests and resolve conflictsAble to write persuasive or compelling content for the purpose of generating positive responses or heightened interest by othersAbility to make sound decisions that have organization-wide or political consequencesProficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint