
Environmental Director
- Markham, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop, manage and direct all aspects of the project’s environmental programs and activities
- Review environmental requirements and constraints in the project construction agreement. Ensure that environmental issues are addressed and requirements are met in accordance with the project agreement
- Act as the lead authorizing signatory of the environmental assessment / environmental planning component of the project
- Establish and maintain relationships with relevant governmental authorities
- Oversee the acquisition of environmental permits, approvals and exemptions
- Prepare and review environmental assessment documentation
- Ensure compliance with the corporate environmental requirements and federal, provincial, and local regulations and standards
- Work closely with the project director, project managers, superintendents and other project staff to identify and help mitigate environmental issues prior to work starting
- Act as a point of contact for project’s environmental matters
- Oversee and direct the preparation and submission of plans, reports, documents, and other required information to either project executives, the client or government authorities
- Set standards for subcontractors environmental compliance and oversee subcontractors work and performance
- Train, supervise and manage members of the project’s environmental team
- Perform other duties as required
- Bachelor's degree with specialization in environmental planning, biology, environmental science, planning or another related discipline
- PEng. Or P.Geo designation will be considered an asset
- Minimum of 10 years of experience working in a similar position on large infrastructure/transportation projects
- Knowledge of Ontario’s Transit Project Assessment Process and Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario)
- Knowledge of relevant federal and Ontario environmental policies, procedures and legislation
- Proficient with Office 365
- Experience managing and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking experience
- Strong mentoring skills
- Demonstrated leadership, project management, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to handle competing priorities
- 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