Intermediate to Senior Environmental Consultant- Downstream

Intermediate to Senior Environmental Consultant - Downstream

Calgary or Edmonton, AB

Job description

Waterline is seeking an intermediate to senior contaminant hydrogeologist, environmental scientist, risk assessor or environmental engineer based out of Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta to support its downstream clients. Experienced candidates living in other locations in Western Canada will also be considered. This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 80 hydrogeologists, environmental geoscientists, engineers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, computer programmers, and support staff on complex contaminated site projects across Western Canada that are experts in risk assessment, hydrogeology, environmental site assessments and remediation. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 years to over 35 years of experience are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to advance your career in environmental consulting than Waterline Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must have a university degree and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving and project management skills. Specific qualifications are:

- Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science or related discipline with relevant work experience.

- 6 to 12 years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience, including reporting and project management for downstream clients.

- Professional designation (APEGA, EGBC, AIA, or ASPB).

- Interested in a technical lead and project management role that is primarily office-based.

- Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills.

- Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.

- Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Working knowledge and understanding of environmental legislation in Western Canada.

- Prior field experience.

- A strong understanding and experience with environmental sampling techniques (groundwater, soil, and vapour), data analysis, technical writing and reporting.

- Experience with Phase I and II environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring, risk assessment (Tier 2 guideline development, etc.), soil/groundwater remediation.

- Experience with soil vapour sampling and vapour guideline recalculations.

- Experience with risk-based strategies and incorporating risk-based decision making into technical scopes of work.

- Prior experience in developing risk management plans to support acquisitions and divestitures.

- Experience with a variety of drilling techniques, soil and groundwater sampling, hydraulic conductivity testing, and monitoring well installation.

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

- Preference will be given to candidates with Western Canada relevant work experience.

JOB DUTIES

The job involves managing projects and/or being a technical lead for contaminated site projects. The job duties include the following:

- Developing work plans and cost estimates based on client’s project scope and managing scope change appropriately.

- Coordinating third party access agreements.

- Managing and overseeing complex ground disturbance.

- Implementing prime contractor management programs.

- Proactively project managing to ensure projects are completed in a timely, efficient and safe manner, satisfying the clients’ needs (scope, budget, deadline, etc.).

- Assisting and mentoring project staff with field and office-based tasks.

- Interacting with and reporting to clients and senior managers at Waterline.

- Technical report writing.

- Participating in technical meetings with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.

ABOUT WATERLINE

Waterline was founded in 2000 by three hydrogeologists with the mission to deliver practical, scientifically defensible solutions to our clients with a focus on high quality service. Over the last 25 years, Waterline has steadily grown into a small-mid size employee-owned company, with offices in Nanaimo, Calgary and Edmonton. Waterline is recognized as an industry leader in specialized hydrogeology services and is proud to offer a flexible work environment to our staff.

The position offers:

- Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance.

- Safe work environment in accordance with our COR certified Health and Safety program led by a designated H&S specialist.

- Career mentorship program and access to senior hydrogeologists, environmental scientists and engineers with up to 35 years of experience.

- Comprehensive Compensation Package, including:

- Competitive base salary.

- Investment allowance.

- Field and office bonuses based on performance.

- Comprehensive health benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance.

In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as driver’s abstract reviews. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.

OTHER

This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience. The position offers:

- Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance

- Formal mentorship program

- Full-time employment

- Competitive base salary

- Investment allowance

- Field and office bonuses to top performers

- Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance

Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Flexible schedule

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you legally permitted to work in Canada?

- Do you have a degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, environmental engineering or environmental science? Waterline is not seeking chemical or mechanical engineering candidates.

- Do you have professional designation with EGBC or other professional designation accepted under the BC Professional Governance Act?

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2G 3A5