Environment Director

We are Pomerleau. And you could be too.

At Pomerleau, we fully understand that our mission is not only to create infrastructure or erect buildings, but to build communities.

As a leader in the construction industry for nearly 60 years, we always aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve across Canada.

To do this, we do everything we can to listen to their needs, to never lose sight of the realities of tomorrow and to innovate in a more committed, more collaborative and more sustainable way.

Together, this is how we redefine our practice - for the good of our profession and of future generations.

The Opportunity

As the Environment Director, you will reportdirectly to the Vice-President of Environmental & Sustainable Development.Your role will be crucial in developing qualifications and proposals for upcomingprojects in Western Canada.

You will play a key part in ensuring environmentalmanagement and compliance within the assigned projects. Additionally, you willbe actively involved in coordinating all environmental requirements incollaboration with the Project Team, clients, and stakeholders.

If you are aforward-thinking individual with strong problem-solving and communicationskills, and you aspire to advance your career by joining one of Canada's Top100 Employers that prioritizes sustainable and environmentally responsibleconstruction, we invite you to continue reading and submit your resume today!

What YOU Will Do

• Lead and ensure the development and implementation of the project requirements and documentation as well as the implementation of contract environmental requirements and other environmental requirements ( legal).
• Lead environmental review of design, construction methods, compensation, planning, etc.
• Act as the project environmental leader and representative; be accountable for project environmental performance and compliance.
• Liaise with the client representative, as well with authorities, on environmental aspects of the project.
• Work collaboratively with members of the project team, as well as with the client other parties, in the achievement of the project and to ensure the implementation and compliance to environmental requirements.
• Follow permitting schedule and process.
• Participate in the feedback management process at the early stage of the project : receive feedback, provide input to other team members, analyze feedback, take part in decision making, provide feedback to appropriate parties.
• Lead and manage Environmental team as well as financial and material resources.
• Lead and supervise environmental permitting for the project, in compliance with project contract, including the planning.
• Ensure project environmental compliance with environmental and regulatory approvals.
• Participate, when required, in consultation, engagement or collaboration activities.
• Implement and manage project’s environmental management system (EMS).
• Oversee environmental auditing on the project.
• Support project proposals within a multi-disciplinary team.

What YOU Will Bring

• Hold a university degree in the field of environment, sustainable development, environmental engineering or another similar field.
• Current holder of a Qualified Professional designation.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience with progressive responsibility in environmental management on complex projects.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a senior leadership role.
• Understanding and knowledge of Canadian and British Columbia environmental laws and regulations, particularly on the Environmental Assessment process and permitting.
• Understanding on the implementation of archaeological and heritage requirements.
• Understanding of Indigenous Nations, communities and Governmental Authorities in British Columbia, particularly in the Vancouver area.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a cooperative spirit.
• Knowledge of the construction field is highly desirable.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and with great autonomy.
• Ability to travel as per project requirements within British Columbia.

Why Choose Pomerleau

• Competitive salary
• 4 weeks’ vacation
• Group insurance (including a health spending account!)
• Group RRSP
• Employer paid monthly public transit pass
• Fitness Membership or Activity Reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting training opportunities
• Dynamic culture
• Exciting career opportunities
• Summer hours all year long
• Access to telemedicine platform Dialogue for free
• New remote work policy

The expected salary range for this opportunityis $124,000 - $168,000. Please note that salaries may vary depending on thecandidate’s experience and geographical location.

Listed compensationis exclusive of bonus and in addition to our extensive employeebenefits program which is listed above.

Availability of certain benefitsmay vary based on the specific job role.

What are youwaiting for? Let's build something extraordinary together. Apply now to join the team. We want to hear from you!

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Pomerleau Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Weare committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with theAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

During any stage of therecruitment and hiring process, accommodation for applicants with disabilitiesare available upon request.