Senior Technical Lead for Contaminated Sites

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

At AECOM, a global infrastructure firm, we seek a Senior Environmental Technical Lead for Halifax, NS. You will guide environmental assessments and remediation, manage client relationships, and ensure regulatory compliance across diverse energy and industrial projects.

The role requires a P.Eng. or equivalent, a strong track record in contaminated sites, and at least 10 years of experience. Halifax-based hybrid work offers exposure to national-scale initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation (P.Eng. or similar) in Nova Scotia.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in environmental remediation and/or reclamation projects.
• Proven experience providing technical oversight on contaminated site projects.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and sets clear technical direction across environmental assessments and remediation projects.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring strong relationships and high client satisfaction.
• Oversee project technical performance, helping the project team deliver successful outcomes while guiding technical decisions and developing team members.
• Communicates risks, challenges, and recommendations clearly.
• Provide senior review on technical reports and regulatory submittals.
• Lead by example and mentor junior staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Exhibit personal safety leadership in all aspects of project execution.

Skills

Technical leadership

Environmental remediation

Regulatory knowledge

Client liaison

Regulatory submissions

Mentoring

AI tools adoption

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

Senior Technical Lead for Contaminated Sites

• Full-time
• State/Province: Nova Scotia
• Business Group: DCS
• Business Line: Environment
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: CA - Halifax, NS - 1701 Hollis St
• Compensation: CAD 120,000 - CAD 145,000 - yearly

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We seek a strong Environmental Technical Lead to join our Site Assessment and Remediation team in Halifax, NS. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the energy, mining, industrial, municipal, provincial, and federal sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and sets clear technical direction in combination with clear communication and strategic thinking across environmental assessments and remediation projects.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring strong relationships and high client satisfaction.
• Oversee project technical performance, helping the project team deliver successful outcomes while guiding technical decisions and developing team members.
• Communicate regularly with regulators, clients, and internal technical teams.
• Communicates risks, challenges, and recommendations clearly.
• Provide senior review on technical reports and regulatory submittals.
• Lead by example and mentor junior staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Exhibit personal safety leadership in all aspects of project execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation (P.Eng. or similar) in Nova Scotia. Qualified Professional for ESA in Nova Scotia.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in environmental remediation and/or reclamation projects.
• Proven experience providing technical oversight on contaminated site projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong understanding of CCME and Atlantic RBCA environmental regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with regulatory applications and documentation in Nova Scotia.
• Professional designation (P.Eng. or similar) in other Provinces/Territories across Canada.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and client management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
• Willingness to adopt and learn digital tools, including AI-based solutions.
• Positive, proactive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

We are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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