Environmental Consultant, Site Investigation Specialist (Mid-Level) Full Time

ERM is seeking a Environmental Consultant, Site Investigation Specialist to join the Liability Portfolio and Management (LPMR) team at the Toronto Office. In this role, your primary responsibility will be to provide support on environmental site investigation (ESA) and remediation projects with a focus in mining and mine closure.

As a member of the team, you will participate in all stages  of ESA projects from scope preparation, project prep and logistics to field work, data analysis and report preparation. This position includes fieldwork in addition to desktop reporting.

This posting is designed for a motivated, career-minded person who enjoys problem-solving and working within a multi-stakeholder environment. The following are responsibilities and requirements associated with the role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be accountable for ensuring deliverables meet client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality across ERMs Mine Closure and LPMR service lines including management and direction of subcontractors.

• Proactively engage and network with other ERM staff regionally and globally, for knowledge sharing, market monitoring, and business development coordination.

• Contribute to business development of ERM’s LPMR service area. Support development of new opportunities, including preparation of proposals and cost estimates.

• Prepare, implement, and lead support on site investigation, monitoring and remediation projects for a variety of clients with complex technical/regulatory issues, with a focus in the mining sector.

• Expected daily activities include but are not limited to:

  • Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments to CSA and O.Reg 153/04 requirements

  • Supervision of fieldwork programs locally and nationally;

  • Supervision of subcontractors, implementation and enforcement of ERM safety policies, ERM standard work procedures and ERM quality standards;

  • Collection of groundwater, soil and soils gas/vapour samples;

  • Comprehensive documentation of field activities, summary tables and borehole logs;

  • Providing input into environmental reports;

  • Supporting proposals and business development;

  • Supporting project managers through budget/task management;

  • Field supervision of site remediations including steam-enhanced thermal remediation.

  • Waste analysis, disposal recommendation, and waste audits per O.Reg 347 requirements

• Mining and Mine Closure/Lifecycle Support:

  • Preparation of reclamation and closure plans to support existing mines (i.e., operations or closure),

  • Development of closure plans that support provincial and/or federal environmental assessments.

Our approach to mine closure focuses on integrating site investigation throughout the project lifecycle in a style that our clients have identified sets ERM apart. This is an opportunity for versatile, safety conscious consultants with experience working on environmental site investigations and mining  projects. The successful applicant must be resourceful and resilient and show an interest in applying knowledge and skills to help our clients solve complex challenges in unique and/or efficient ways.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s engineering, geology, environmental science, or related discipline.

• 3+ years relevant environmental consulting experience.

• Prior experience working as part of an integrated team of consultants and engineering companies.

• Strong project leadership skills (e.g., preparation and implementation of fieldwork activities, preparation of technical reports, data analysis, budgets, schedules, and project controls).

• Ability to provide technical expertise related to site investigations and evaluations and remediation design and implementation.

• Excellent writing, communication, strategic thinking, and “people” skills.

• Experience with soil and groundwater investigation and monitoring.

• Eligibility for professional registration (e.g., P.Eng, P.Geo, or P.Ag.) is an asset.

• A complementary discipline to mining (i.e., water resources, soil, etc.) is an asset.

• Additional language skills (e.g., French) is an asset.

For the Environmental Consultant, Site Investigation Specialist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $69,172 – $81,163 CAD.  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. (Casual employees and regular employees scheduled under 20 hours a week are not benefits eligible).

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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