Specialist, Environmental Permitting

Sextant Consulting Group; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting and technology firm seeks an experienced environmental permitting leader in Calgary, Canada. You will spearhead the permitting processes for significant mining projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in environmental consulting, with a strong focus on mine-site permitting. The company offers a collaborative environment, flexible work options, and professional development support. Join a team dedicated to innovative solutions in mining and environmental sectors.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits

Paid parental leave

Professional development support

Employee stock ownership opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting and mining.
• At least 5 years focused on mine-site permitting and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills, including budgeting and proposal writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the permitting process end-to-end.
• Prepare and submit complete application packages.
• Coordinate environmental baseline programs and reporting.
• Engage with regulators and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental permitting expertise

Project management skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Job description

Job Description

Our Client

A global, employee‑owned consulting and technology firm founded in 1969, delivering innovative solutions across mining, energy, water, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. They integrate engineering, applied sciences, and advanced technology to tackle complex challenges with a focus on sustainability and technical excellence. Known for its collaborative, client‑centered approach, our client combines multidisciplinary expertise in environmental permitting, data analytics, software development, and project management.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the permitting process end‑to‑end, including strategic planning, risk management, task sequencing, and final submission.
• Prepare and submit complete application packages while reviewing baseline studies and management plans from internal teams and external consultants.
• Coordinate environmental baseline programs, field logistics, and post‑approval compliance scheduling and reporting.
• Manage information requests, maintain permitting trackers, and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Lead engagement and consultation with regulators, Indigenous governments, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
• Support proposal development, RFPs, budgeting, scheduling, and change requests.
• Assist U.S. colleagues on projects requiring NEPA, NPDES, and Section 404 permitting.

What You’ll Bring

• Expertise in mining environmental permitting and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, invoicing, and proposal writing.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities for managing multi‑disciplinary teams and engaging with regulators and Indigenous partners.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting and mining, with at least 5 years focused on mine‑site permitting and compliance.
• Familiarity with environmental studies, baseline programs, field logistics, and compliance for water, wetlands, and species considerations.
• Ability to work across diverse jurisdictions and support U.S. permitting frameworks when needed.

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to work on impactful, world‑class mining projects with excellent benefits and flexibility.
• Collaborative team environment that values new ideas and mentorship.
• Flexible work options, comprehensive benefits, and paid parental leave.
• Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee stock ownership opportunities.