Environmental Advisor

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates.

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Job Description

As an Environmental Advisor working in the Operational Support team at the Surrey-Langley Stations Project, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the project teams in ensuring environmental and contractual compliance of our projects. Supporting large-scale building, civil and infrastructure projects starting at $1 billion – you will have the opportunity provide guidance, support and assistance to ensure legislative compliance.

Role & Responsibilities

- Navigate the regulatory maze by securing environmental permits and authorizations, collaborating with our regulatory authorities

- Craft and implement environmental plans thinking; Environmental Protection, Erosion Control and Waste Management all with a dash of sustainability.

- Provide expertise and strategic advice in areas relating to water quality, sensitive habitats, or contaminated soil to our Project Teams.

- Masterfully coordinate our field teams in deploying environmental corrective actions with precision.

- Act as the subject matter expert in all areas relating to the environment, not just internally, but with our external clients and trade partners as well.

- Strategically support our Indigenous participation plans, helping to weave their knowledge into our projects.

- You take pride in verifying and documenting the work of our internal and external teams, walking the sites, and ensuring our environmental standards and green codes are followed.

- Managing our environmental KPIs is your forte – consistently reviewing for non-conformities, spills and best practices, sounding the alarm if the eco-path veers off.

Required Skills And Competencies

- An educational background in an environmental discipline (biology, environmental science, etc.).

- Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) in BC or eligible to become a QEP within 6 months.

- 3+ years of work experience in a similar or related role within the construction industry.

- Hands on experience with sampling, erosion, sediment control, etc.

- Previous exposure to assessing sampling data for project compliance.

- LEED or sustainable building certifications would be an asset.

The typical salary for this role is between $80,000 and $95,000 varying depending on education, work experience, it may also include benefits, RSP company matching contribution and paid vacation time.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.