Regulatory and Permitting Lead

Ausenco is a fast‑growing consulting and construction firm with 21 offices in 9 countries and projects in over 80 locations worldwide. The company delivers innovative, value‑add consulting, project delivery, asset operations, and maintenance solutions.

Location

Burnaby, Victoria, or Calgary, Canada

About the Role

• Providing regulatory advice to proponents and staff during all stages of the project life cycle, including planning and feasibility studies, EIA, and post‑EIA permitting and compliance, with a focus on mining projects.
• Leading the development of environmental assessment reports, including drafting of text, editing of text developed by technical disciplines, and providing senior strategic review of documents and guiding response to information requests and stakeholder concerns.
• Managing and tracking communication processes between proponents, environmental teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Playing an active role in identifying, planning, and executing proposals and other business development opportunities.
• Assisting in the mentoring, training, and career development of junior and intermediate staff involved in EIA and permitting work.
• Providing leadership in implementing Ausenco processes and approaches (e.g., project management, quality, and safety) to ensure that schedule, cost, and quality objectives for project deliverables are achieved.

About You

• A university degree in natural sciences, resource management, engineering, or business.
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Canada.
• Experience in mining projects in BC, Yukon, or other Northern Canada regions, including seeking permitting and approvals in these regions.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation gained through formal studies or practical experience.
• Experience managing input from a range of environmental technical disciplines (e.g., air quality, noise, surface and groundwater quality, vegetation, wildlife, fish and fish habitat, socio‑economics, archaeology).
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• A professional designation (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Eng.) is an asset.

Benefits

• Career advancement – continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.
• Work‑life balance – hybrid work model, progressive parental leave benefits.
• Holistic wellness – confidential counselling, information services, and a benefits program that supports health and wellness.
• Accessible leadership team – high‑reputation industry leaders value your contribution.

Salary range: $110,000 – $140,000 annually. Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Professional Services