Senior Project Manager (Environment)

AtkinsRéalis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 114,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Training and professional development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Environment) to lead complex infrastructure projects in Ontario from initiation through delivery, with a focus on environmental assessments, planning, permitting and approvals. Based in Toronto or Ottawa, with travel within Canada as needed.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, risk and client relationships, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality and regulatory compliance while advancing project objectives and growth for the

Qualifications

• Experience as PM/Project Director on large infrastructure projects.
• 15+ years in environmental consulting or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or related discipline; professional designation is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and approvals in Ontario.
• Excellent client, regulator and stakeholder interfacing skills.
• Experience in proposals and business development is an asset.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex infrastructure projects through Ontario environmental assessment, planning, permitting and approval processes.
• Act as Project Manager or Project Director with accountability for project performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams spanning engineering, environmental, Indigenous engagement, stakeholder relations and construction support.
• Provide project governance, reporting, forecasting, commercial performance and QA/QC.
• Serve as trusted advisor to clients on environmental and regulatory matters and coach junior staff.
• Manage contracts, fees, scope changes, and opportunities; support proposals and growth.

Skills

Project management

Environmental assessments

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Indigenous engagement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning

Professional designation (PMP/CAPM/RPP/EP)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Environment) who can lead complex infrastructure projects from a project management and environmental perspective. In addition to providing technical leadership on environmental assessments, planning, permitting, and approvals, the successful candidate will be responsible for overall project delivery (excluding Major Projects) including scope, schedule, budget, resourcing, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and client account management and is at integration with the overall project team. This role will be based in Toronto, Ontario, or alternatively in Ottawa. Other Ontario office locations may be considered, with a preference for the Greater Toronto Area. Occasional travel within Canada may be required.

Your Role

• Lead complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects through Ontario environmental assessment, environmental planning, permitting and approval processes, including regulators and agencies such as the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Ministry of Natural Resources, Conservation Authorities and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, as well as public and Indigenous consultation, from initiation through completion.


• Act as Project Manager or Project Director with overall accountability for project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, change management, client satisfaction and successful delivery.


• Lead and integrate multidisciplinary teams spanning engineering, environmental, Indigenous engagement, stakeholder relations, permitting and construction support, coordinating staffing, subcontractors and competing priorities. Creates a positive culture through interpersonal skills.


• Provide project governance and senior-level oversight, including strategic decision-making, executive and steering committee reporting, financial forecasting, commercial performance and QA/QC.


• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary client contact, providing clear, practical advice on environmental and regulatory matters, anticipating challenges and resolving issues to maintain project momentum and champion effective project management and quality practices while coaching and mentoring junior and intermediate professionals.


• Manage commercial and contractual aspects of projects, including contracts, fee and scope changes, negotiations, subcontractor performance, budgets and financial forecasting. Support business and market growth by leading or contributing to proposals, work plans, fee estimates and presentations; identifying opportunities; strengthening client relationships; and mentoring junior and intermediate professionals.

About You

• Demonstrated experience serving as Project Manager, Program Manager, or Project Director on large, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects with accountability for overall project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, resource management, risk management, and client satisfaction.


• Typically, 15+ years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, planning, or a related field, with flexibility for candidates who demonstrate the depth of experience and judgment needed to succeed in the role and high emotional intelligence and ability to create a positive, forward looking and motivated team.


• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. A professional designation or full or provisional membership in a relevant professional body is an asset (for example, PMP, CAPM, RPP, or EP).


• Strong knowledge of permitting & approval processes and demonstrated success leading Environmental Assessments in Ontario (Comprehensive and Class EAs) under provincial, Conservation Authorities and federal Impact Assessments guidelines (e.g. DFO's).


• Proven interfacing experience with the client, regulators, stakeholders, Indigenous groups, including the ability to build trust, communicate clearly, navigate competing interests, and provide confident, practical advice.


• Experience leading proposals, supporting business development, and contributing to market growth is an asset. Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated success managing full-project lifecycle delivery, including project controls, budgets, forecasting, resource planning, contractual obligations, risk management, change management, and multidisciplinary technical teams.


• A valid driver's license is required.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

• Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.


• Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.


• And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s’infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Expected compensation for this role is between $113,600 - $156,200 annually . Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.