Project Environmental Director
- 100 Commerce Valley Dr W, Markham, ON, L3T 0A1, Canada
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Overview
In the role of Environmental Director, you will develop, implement and monitor the environmental plans and procedures on a major transportation infrastructure project. A seasoned advisor in the construction industry, you will leverage your experience in preparing complex permitting applications and deep knowledge of local environmental regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate potential environmental liabilities.
Apply now and transform your career with us.
What you will be doing
- Develops, implements and monitors environmental procedures and plans that meet the Project’s environmental compliance requirements
- Advises Project team on proper interpretation and implementation of environmental regulations and specifications
- Leads impact assessments to identify, assess and reduce the project’s environmental risks and financial costs
- Leads permitting and regulatory reviews of major Project works and milestones
- Oversees the environmental quality management system and auditing process
- Documents, analyzes and reports the Project’s environmental performance to stakeholders and applicable regulatory bodies
- Advises construction team on environmental hazards and procedures to minimize adverse environmental effects
- Perform additional assignments per management’s direction
- Coordinates external consultants, as needed
- Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan
- Support published corporate policies
What we are looking for
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental engineering, planning, biology, natural sciences or related field required.
- 10 - 15 years environmental regulatory and compliance experience on heavy civil infrastructure projects
- 5+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary environmental teams
- Expert knowledge of compliance with environmental regulations and new legislation
- Experience with supporting and maintaining working relationships with Indigenous Nations and stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience in preparing complex permitting applications on major civil infrastructure projects
- Previous experience in developing an environmental management system for heavy civil construction projects
- Superior technical writing, documentation and communication skills
Why work for us
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.
Salary Min
CAD $160,000.00/Yr.Salary Max
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Responsibilities
The Environmental Director will develop and implement environmental plans and procedures to ensure compliance on major transportation infrastructure projects. They will lead impact assessments, manage permitting applications, and advise the project team on environmental hazards and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, biology, or a related field, along with 10-15 years of regulatory experience in heavy civil infrastructure. Strong technical writing skills and experience leading multidisciplinary teams are essential for this role.
Skills
- Environmental compliance
- Permitting applications
- Regulatory reviews
- Impact assessments
- Technical writing
- Stakeholder management
- Environmental auditing
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Environmental engineering
- Natural sciences
- Construction industry knowledge
- Communication skills
- Documentation
Benefits
- Paid time off program
- 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical insurance
- Extended health care
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement program
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Construction
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Transportation
Keywords
- Environmental Director
- Transportation infrastructure
- Environmental compliance
- Permitting
- Regulatory regulations
- Environmental management system
- Heavy civil construction
- Impact assessments
- Environmental hazards
- Stakeholders
- Indigenous Nations
- Environmental engineering
- Natural sciences
- Auditing
- Technical writing
- Project management
- Risk mitigation
- Compliance
- Environmental planning