Project coordinator Jobs in Waterloo, QC

Company: C2mi
Status: Permanent
Deadline: Saturday, October 31st 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

C2Mi operates in a leading-edge technological environment where innovation and environmental responsibility must advance hand in hand. Reporting to senior management, the Environmental Coordinator serves as the organization's environmental compliance lead. The incumbent ensures adherence to all applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, and standards; manages regulatory reporting to government authorities; maintains ongoing regulatory monitoring; and coordinates the Environmental Committee to promote continuous improvement in environmental performance.

Working closely with technical and operational teams, the Environmental Coordinator contributes to reducing C2MI's environmental footprint by developing and coordinating projects related to infrastructure, utilities, buildings, and manufacturing processes. Through a strong understanding of building systems and the technologies used at C2MI, the incumbent identifies improvement opportunities, prepares funding applications, supports project implementation, and manages relationships with partners and suppliers involved in sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and environmental requirements applicable to C2MI's activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all environmental laws, regulations, permits, authorizations, and other obligations applicable to C2MI operations.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit environmental reports, declarations, and applications required by government authorities and regulatory agencies.
• Conduct ongoing regulatory monitoring to anticipate legislative and regulatory changes and recommend necessary adjustments to C2MI practices.
• Develop, update, and implement environmental policies, procedures, and programs.
• Coordinate environmental audits, inspections, and follow-up activities.
• Maintain environmental and regulatory documentation.
• Lead the chemical introduction and approval process.
• Oversee the management of chemicals as well as hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Develop environmental performance indicators and monitor results.
• Raise employee awareness of environmental best practices and foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead the Environmental Committee and coordinate the resulting action plans.

2. Strategic Sustainability Projects

Contribute to reducing C2MI's environmental footprint by developing and coordinating initiatives related to infrastructure, utilities, buildings, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of building systems, including mechanical and electrical infrastructure, utilities, ventilation systems, cleanrooms, and water treatment systems, to assess their environmental impact.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate projects aimed at reducing energy consumption, natural resource use, emissions, and waste generated by C2MI operations.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes used at C2MI to identify opportunities for environmental impact reduction.
• Define the strategic direction and scope of process-related environmental improvement projects.
• Coordinate environmental projects in collaboration with technical and operational teams.
• Support technical teams in evaluating and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Identify relevant funding opportunities and prepare grant applications related to environmental projects.
• Monitor funded projects and measure the environmental benefits achieved.
• Manage relationships and agreements with suppliers and external partners supporting C2MI's sustainability initiatives.
• Recommend new initiatives to reduce C2MI's environmental footprint and improve its sustainability performance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an environmental management role within an industrial, manufacturing, or technology environment.
• Excellent knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal environmental regulations applicable to industrial and research activities.
• Experience preparing regulatory reports and submissions for government authorities.
• Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, ventilation, water treatment, and other complex technical infrastructure systems.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience preparing funding applications or grant proposals.
• Knowledge of environmental management standards, particularly ISO 14001 , is considered a strong asset.
• Strong leadership and ability to mobilize teams.
• Strategic mindset and long-term vision.
• High level of rigor and accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing complex projects.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Group insurance
• Employer RRSP contribution
• Self-financed leave
• Flexible hours depending on the position

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