Our Environmental group is currently looking to add Project Environmental Manager(s) to our growing team.

Reporting to the Corporate Environmental Manager, we are seeking a proven environmental professional with a passion for field-based project delivery and strong leadership capabilities to provide on- and off-site leadership across all environmental aspects of large powerline construction projects across Canada. This position leads a diverse team of environmental professionals, working closely with regulatory agencies, Indigenous groups, and clients to ensure compliance, manage environmental risk, and maintain project schedules.

Please note: This is a field-based role with travel to project sites across Canada. The successful candidate will work on-site on a rotational shift, which may vary depending on project requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret environmental requirements and applicable legislation as outlined in project documents and permits, including Project EMS, CEMP, and contracts; provide recommendations to the field environmental team and Construction Managers
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary environmental team, overseeing the quality of their work to ensure EMS compliance
• Develop and submit accurate, timely, and complete environmental deliverables in accordance with Valard's Environmental Management System (EMS) and project and regulatory requirements
• Promote the integration of environmental requirements into site operational practices and management systems, including regulatory submissions, management plans, and monitoring programs
• Provide proactive environmental planning in collaboration with Valard's Environment, Right-of-Way, and Construction teams; liaise with operational and functional departments to support strong environmental management
• Lead and participate in regulatory and internal audits, inspections, and investigations
• Lead engagements and manage relationships with provincial and federal government agencies, Indigenous groups, and local communities of interest in relation to assigned projects
• Manage environmental risks and respond to and manage environmental incidents as required; ensure construction teams receive ongoing environmental awareness
• Manage the environmental budget and support the continuous improvement of Valard's Environmental Management System

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Biology or a related field (e.g., Environmental Sciences or Forestry)
• 6 years of experience demonstrating leadership and supervision in an industrial setting
• Experience managing environmental field personnel across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and provincial regulations, permitting, and environmental guidelines
• Technical knowledge of environmental management practices related to water, wildlife (fish, mammals, herptiles, vegetation), and waste management
• Demonstrated ability to draft wildlife-specific mitigation plans
• Strong experience with Environmental Management Systems and environmental data management and reporting
• Valid driver's licence and a satisfactory Driver's Abstract

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale industrial infrastructure projects in Canada
• Experience engaging with Indigenous groups and regulatory agencies in a project delivery context
• Experience with wildlife mitigations on Canadian projects

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.