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

Reporting to the Project Environmental Manager, we are seeking a technically strong and field-ready professional to provide on-site leadership across all environmental aspects of powerline construction projects. This position supports the Project Environmental Manager and subcontractor environmental teams and is responsible for compliance management, quality assurance, and environmental reporting to ensure regulatory and project requirements are met.

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 the Project EMS, CEMP, and contract
• Implement environmental compliance programs on projects, including developing and implementing Environmental Protection and Mitigation Plans
• Support continuous improvement of Valard's Environmental Management System (EMS) and Environmental Manual
• Proactively identify and report any major or unforeseen environmental issues to the Project or Environmental Manager; ensure any direction from client representatives or regulators is reviewed and approved by the Construction Manager or Project Manager prior to implementation
• Track and maintain permit applications and renewal status
• Support wildlife sweeps, including amphibians, birds, reptiles, mammals, and fish sampling activities
• Develop and submit accurate, timely, and complete environmental deliverables in accordance with Valard's EMS and project and regulatory requirements
• Manage environmental risks and respond to environmental incidents as required; ensure construction teams receive ongoing environmental awareness

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Biology or a related field (e.g. Environmental Sciences or Forestry)
• 5 years of experience in construction environmental monitoring
• 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 in environmental data management and reporting
• Valid driver's licence and a satisfactory Driver's Abstract

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale industrial projects in Canada
• Familiarity with federal and provincial environmental regulations and permitting processes
• 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.