Heavy construction Jobs in Toronto, ON

This position is a full-time 100% onsite position at our downtown office.

Reports to : QHSE Director

The ED will provide leadership, direction, and management oversight for continuous improvement of the standard Environmental Management System (EMS) model within the project organization. Leads all operational coordination for environmental services for one or multiple sites. Provides staff leadership, makes environmental decisions in support of the project’s mission, and vision in providing the best environmental service, and value. Manages the day-to-day operations of the department, ensures a consistently high level of compliance with provincial or territorial environmental policies.

The ED key responsibilities are :

• Direct all aspects of the Contractor’s environmental programs, including annual environmental reporting activities.
• Ensure environmental issues are addressed and requirements are met in accordance with the Project Agreement, Environmental Reference Documents, and Additional Environmental Reports.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with relevant Governmental Authorities and Stakeholders through the Contracting Authority Representative.
• The Environmental Director shall have the authority to stop work if the Environmental Management System is not being followed or if there is a risk of environmental impact beyond permitted levels.
• Lead internal environmental design reviews, including the development of mitigation and compensation proposals accepted by the Contracting Authority Representative and Governmental Authorities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, standards, and professional standards related to construction works, maintenance, and operations of environmental services.
• Liaise with Contracting Authority and Governmental Authorities (through Contracting Authority) as required, acting as the single point of contact for environmental management matters.
• Set the standard for subcontractors’ environmental compliance and oversee subcontractor performance where environmental services are performed.
• Direct the preparation and submission of all plans, reports, documents, and other required information to the Contracting Authority.
• Act as the lead authorizing signatory for the Contractor before releasing any new or amended environmental plan, report, or document, as outlined in Schedule 10 – Review Procedure and Schedule 11 – Quality Management.
• Develop and implement strategies for minimizing environmental impacts from construction projects or changes in current operations.
• Conduct inspections of industrial facilities, homes, businesses, and other locations to identify potential environmental hazards and violations.
• Supervise and manage the work of staff in an environmental department or division.
• Develop plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change impacts.
• Manage all aspects of an organization’s environmental compliance, including policy development and implementation to ensure adherence to environmental laws and regulations.

Reviewing and approving plans for building construction or renovation to ensure that they comply with environmental laws and regulations.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Environmental Director shall be a Key Individual. The Environmental Director shall have the following minimum qualifications :

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of the Province of Ontario’s Transit Project Assessment Process, GO Transit Class EA Document, and the Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario).

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