Who We Are:
At Det’on Cho Group of Companies, we strive to identify unique opportunities and explore niches in both traditional and modern northern economies. Our intent is to build capacity within the Yellowknives Dene First Nations community. We continuously explore and examine opportunities for collaborations with other Dene and First Nations organizations and with non-Indigenous organizations in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
What you will do
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Senior Environmental Manager, Det’on Cho Environmental, supports the leadership and delivery of the company’s environmental services and operations. The position works closely with the Managing Director to implement strategic and operational priorities, oversee environmental projects and programs, support business development, and ensure work is delivered safely, effectively, and in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
The Senior Environmental Manager provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of assigned environmental operations, projects, and staff and supports strong relationships with clients, regulators, Indigenous governments, community partners, and other stakeholders. The role balances commercial success with environmental stewardship and Indigenous economic participation.
A Day in the Life
- Lead and oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of environmental projects and programs.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, budget, and contractual requirements.
- Coordinate project schedules, staffing, equipment, contractors, and other resources required for successful project delivery.
- Ensure environmental projects and activities comply with applicable legislation, regulations, permits, licences, contractual requirements, and company procedures.
- Monitor regulatory requirements and emerging environmental practices relevant to DCE operations.
- Coordinate environmental monitoring, reporting, permitting, and compliance activities as required.
- Provide day-to-day oversight and coordination of assigned environmental operations and field activities.
- Work with project teams, field staff, contractors, and corporate support functions to ensure operational requirements are met.
- Support proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and new business opportunities.
- Identify emerging client needs and opportunities within environmental services.
- Provide leadership, coaching, mentorship, and performance management to assigned employees and project teams.
- Support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee development.
- Support Indigenous employment, training, and career development initiatives in alignment with Det’on Cho values and community commitments.
- Monitor project budgets, expenditures, forecasts, and financial performance.
- Provide operational and financial updates to the Managing Director as required.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or a related field. A combination of education and equivalent experience will be considered.
- Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in environmental services, natural resource industries, construction, or related sectors.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex operations, multi-site projects, and diverse teams.
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance requirements in the Northwest Territories or northern Canada.
- Proven financial management and business development experience.
- Experience working with or alongside Indigenous governments, organizations, or businesses is a strong asset.
- Community Engagement and Indigenous Knowledge related experience is considered an asset.
What we offer
In addition to a competitive salary and a great work environment, Det'on Cho Environmental also offers a generous benefits package, including:
- Extended health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health and Wellness Program
- Group Life Insurance and Employee Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage.
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan (matched and mandatory)
- Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave
- Career Development and Training Programs
Priority Statement: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from all individuals who meet the qualifications of the role. First preference shall be given to qualified individuals who identify as Yellowknives Dene First Nation, with those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) also prioritized
