Risk Assessor - Environmental Consulting (Work from Home)
- Vancouver, BC
- $85,000-120,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct critical reviews and provide technical oversight of scientific literature, toxicological data, and sampling results (sediment, soil, biota, and groundwater).
- Perform human health and ecological risk assessments (HH/Eco RA) in compliance with provincial and federal regulatory frameworks (e.g., BC CSR, Alberta Tier 1 & 2).
- Serve as a subject matter expert in technical review processes, environmental assessment panels, and multi-stakeholder forums.
- Design and implement risk-based management strategies including monitored natural attenuation, vapor intrusion mitigation, and long-term stewardship plans.
- Guide the development of project scopes, regulatory engagement strategies, cost estimates, and technical proposals for risk assessment-focused projects.
- Mentor and support the professional growth of junior scientists in risk assessment, toxicology, and environmental communication.
- Lead or contribute to high-quality scientific and regulatory deliverables including peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and community-facing materials.
- Foster strong relationships with Indigenous clients, regulators, and other stakeholders through regular communication and transparent technical guidance.
- Actively participate in business development through proposal writing, client presentations, and attendance at relevant industry events.
- Contribute to internal improvements in technical protocols, QA/QC standards, and team capacity-building initiatives.
- Support diverse environmental consulting projects based on expertise and interest.
- Education: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Toxicology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional Designation: Eligible for or currently registered with a recognized professional body (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Geo., P.Eng., P.Ag., CSAP, or QP RA).
- Experience: 6+ years of experience in environmental consulting with a strong focus on risk assessment for contaminated sites, brownfields, and/or federal lands.
- Deep knowledge of environmental regulatory frameworks in Canada, including risk-based remediation standards.
- Proficient in exposure pathway modeling, toxicity evaluations, and risk quantification methods.
- Experience engaging with Indigenous communities, regulatory agencies, and public stakeholders on complex environmental issues.
- Familiarity with field investigation methods such as borehole drilling, monitoring well installation, and environmental sampling is an asset.
- Proven experience in managing multi-disciplinary projects, technical teams, and budgets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation development.
- Demonstrated ability to lead proposal development and contribute to strategic business planning.
- Passion for mentorship, leadership, and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
- Although this role will be based from home, at times, you will need to travel throughout Canada.
- Base salary - $85,000 - $120,000. Those will additional experience and salary expectations will also be considered
- Full Benefits along with a long list of additional benefits
- Fully remote (ie: work from home anywhere in Canada), with travel to sites
- Opportunity to play an integral role during a growth period