Talent.com
Senior Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Sites
Senior Environmental Scientist, Contaminated SitesShared Value Solutions • Guelph, ON, CA
Senior Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Sites

Senior Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Sites

Shared Value Solutions • Guelph, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Shared Value Solutions

Shared Value Solutions (SVS) is an environmental and community development consulting firm. Our team includes folks who are skilled in science, cultural heritage, planning, and regulatory fields who work alongside First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Nations across Canada. We support Indigenous Nations with technical guidance, regulatory advice, peer reviews, planning, and negotiation strategies related to major resource development projects. At the heart of our work is a commitment to braiding Indigenous Knowledge with Western science to advance our clients' goals of prosperity, stewardship, and self-determination.

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist with a specialty in Contaminated Sites / Remediation to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of contaminated sites, reclamation, or closure planning associated with mining projects, oil and gas extraction, and / or nuclear, or other relevant experience with hydroelectric, linear corridor (especially pipelines or roadways), or other resource development.

Our Work Culture

At SVS, we value the ambitions and passions of our team members, both professionally and personally. To support work-life balance, we offer flexible hours, remote work options, and time-in-lieu. We aim for this position to align with your life goals rather than detract from them. Our work is guided by the priorities of our community partners, including seasonal calendars (harvest seasons, festivals, etc.) and project deadlines. Through strong communication and mutual support, we create a work environment that fosters both personal well-being and professional growth.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

SVS is committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, women, members of the global majority (visible minorities), LGBTQ2S+ individuals, veterans, and persons with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer, and if you require accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know—we are happy to support you.

Indigenous Hiring Preference

We prioritize hiring Indigenous candidates, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals, to build teams that reflect the lived experiences of the communities we serve. We recognize that formal education and job experience are not the only measures of expertise. If you have traditional knowledge and community-based experience that align with this role, we encourage you to apply, even if your qualifications differ from those listed.

If you feel comfortable, we invite you to self-identify as Indigenous in your application. We understand the impacts of colonization and respect that this is a personal decision. Any information shared will remain confidential and will only be used by our hiring team to support our commitment to Indigenous hiring.

We look forward to welcoming new team members who share our dedication to supporting Indigenous sovereignty, environmental stewardship, and community-driven development.

The Position

We’re looking for an Senior Environmental Scientist, Project Director (remote within Canada) to fill a full-time permanent position.

Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact

At Shared Value Solutions, you will be part of a team that honors Indigenous Knowledge, fosters strong relationships, and works alongside Nations to support sovereignty, stewardship, and self-determination. Your expertise, lived experiences, and perspectives will be deeply valued as we collaborate on diverse projects that make a real difference for the land, water, and communities we serve.

We are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, culturally affirming, and grounded in respect, reciprocity, and collaboration. Our team supports one another, recognizing the importance of balance between work, family, community, and personal well-being.

We offer :

  • Competitive compensation & profit sharing
  • Remote work allowance
  • Comprehensive health benefits & employee assistance program (health, dental, vision, and life insurance)
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
  • Professional designation reimbursement & development opportunities
  • Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, cultural days, bereavement, and family care leave
  • Winter tire rebate to support safe travel
  • Flexible work options, including remote work

We welcome you to bring your whole self to this role—your knowledge, your passion, and your connection to community. Join us at Shared Value Solutions and be part of a team dedicated to uplifting Indigenous voices, protecting the environment, and creating lasting positive change.

Requirements :

  • A degree in Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Natural Resource Management, or similar equivalent
  • 10+ years professional experience working on contaminated sites, reclamation, or closure planning associated with mining projects, oil and gas extraction, and / or nuclear, or other relevant experience with hydroelectric, linear corridor (especially pipelines or roadways), or other resource development
  • Demonstrated expertise in site characterization, human and ecological risk assessment and remediation technologies.
  • Strong understanding of Canadian federal, provincial, and territorial legislation (e.g., provincial and federal contaminated sites frameworks, CCME) and regulatory approvals and permitting processes
  • Skills and experience working in cross-cultural settings, preferably with First Nation, Métis, and / or Inuit communities
  • Knowledge of land and resource management issues, environmental, health, socio-economic and cultural issues related to major development projects and how they may intersect with rights and interests of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities.
  • Excellent technical writing and analytical skills, including experience with data management and analysis, preparing technical reports, and communicating complex issues in plain language (written, verbal, presentations) for a variety of audiences
  • Experience coordinating and conducting technical reviews of Environmental Impact Assessments and / or permit applications for development projects from multiple sectors (e.g. mining, oil and gas, energy)
  • Experience developing and implementing mitigation measures, remediations plans, and environmental effects monitoring programs.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Proven track record managing complex projects, budgets and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Thrives in a team setting, accepts responsibility and works to deadlines
  • Willingness to travel across Canada and to northern and remote communities
  • Responsibilities :

  • Directing or managing projects focused on technical peer reviews of regulatory environmental permitting and approvals reports and applications for pipelines, energy, mining, waste, and other major infrastructure development projects through a comprehensive understanding of client needs, priorities, and objectives.
  • Articulating the interactions between proposed project activities and the rights and interests of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities, highlighting consequences, opportunities, and solutions to support dialogue with the Crown and Proponents.
  • Suggesting appropriate mitigation, compensation, and accommodation measures to address environmental and / or socio-economic-cultural impacts of major development projects.
  • Conducting community-based monitoring projects, including field work and training program development and implementation.
  • Reviewing, designing, implementing and overseeing sampling programs for soil, groundwater, sediment and vapour.
  • Interpreting chemical, geotechnical and hydrogeological data to assess environmental risk and develop remediation strategies.
  • Preparing and reviewing technical reports, including risk assessments, remedial action plans and closure reports.
  • Building and maintaining client relationships through a comprehensive understanding of client needs, priorities, and objectives while providing excellent client service.
  • Liaising effectively with Indigenous community clients, regulators and proponents.
  • Providing Duty to Consult and strategic negotiation advice to First Nation, Métis and Inuit community clients as needed
  • Working with cross-functional teams to ensure our clients goals are met within each project
  • Providing clear and concise report writing, senior technical reviews of reports, and client and community presentations
  • Business development support
  • Support organizational cultural diversity and inclusion mandate initiatives
  • Responding quickly and empathetically to client needs
  • Asset Qualifications :

  • Experience working with Indigenous communities, including experience in northern Ontario / Canada.
  • Experience relevant to climate change adaptation.
  • Knowledge or experience related to ecotoxicology or bioaccumulation of contaminants.
  • Experience providing training in environmental monitoring or impact assessment.
  • Experience with planning and implementing communication and consultation programs and activities.
  • Proficiency with GIS, data visualization tools or environmental modeling software.
  • Let us know ifyouspeak : French, Cree, Ojibway, Oji-Cree, Blackfoot, Dene, Innu, or other languages that might be useful for this position.

    Summing it Up – Why Should you Apply?

  • Fully remote working
  • Fun company culture
  • Learning and career growth opportunities
  • Flexible working hours
  • Meaningful work
  • Our head office is on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the historic lands of the Attawandaron People. We honour the original ancestors of this land and also offer respect to our Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Métis neighbours. We strive to be accountable by acknowledging this history and cultivating respect in our relationships with our Indigenous neighbours and the land.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Senior Scientist • Guelph, ON, CA

    Similar jobs
    Senior Environmental Planner – Public Infra & Engagement

    Senior Environmental Planner – Public Infra & Engagement

    Burnside & Associates Limited • Guelph
    Full-time
    A leading environmental consulting firm in Guelph, Ontario is seeking a knowledgeable Senior Environmental Planner.This role involves providing leadership in environmental assessments, engaging wit...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Toxicology Lab Tech 1

    Toxicology Lab Tech 1

    Certified Laboratories Inc • Kitchener, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    The Toxicology Laboratory Technician supports the analytical testing of nicotine, cannabis, and other consumer products to identify and quantify toxicants and related compounds.This role performs s...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Environmental Specialist

    Environmental Specialist

    CpK Interior Products Inc. • Guelph
    Full-time
    Be among the first 25 applicants.At CpK, precision runs much deeper than the detailed surface of our cast skin products.Providing expertise at every phase of our world‑class manufacturing process, ...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Project Manager Disaster Restoration

    Project Manager Disaster Restoration

    SearchLabs • Guelph, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Our client is a Leading Restoration Specialist in the GTA, providing 24-hour response to the personal and property needs of homeowners and commercial businesses overcoming the devastating property ...Show more
    Last updated: 1 hour ago • Promoted • New!
    Environmental Chemist — Hazardous Waste Lab Analyst

    Environmental Chemist — Hazardous Waste Lab Analyst

    Reworld Waste • Kitchener
    Full-time
    A leading sustainable waste solutions company in Kitchener, Ontario, is seeking a Chemist to manage hazardous wastes and conduct analyses in compliance with environmental regulations.The ideal cand...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Chemistry Private Tutoring Jobs Dufferin County

    Chemistry Private Tutoring Jobs Dufferin County

    Superprof • Dufferin County, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Superprof is Canada's #1 tutoring platform, and we're actively recruiting passionate tutors! Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves teaching, join the largest communi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist

    Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist

    Minnow Environmental, a Trinity Consultants Canada Team • Guelph, Ontario, Canada
    Full-time
    Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist.Minnow), a Trinity Consultants Company, is a leader in environmental consulting services, providing aquatic, geoscientific, permitting, and environmental ...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Environmental Planner

    Senior Environmental Planner

    Burnside & Associates Limited • Guelph
    Full-time
    Barrie — 128 Wellington Street West, Suite 301, Barrie, ON L4N8J6, CAN.Hamilton — 1266 South Service Road Suite C2-1, Stoney Creek, ON L8E5R9, CAN. Woodstock — 35 Perry Street, Woodstock, ON N4S3C4,...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Ecologist - Kitchener or London

    Senior Ecologist - Kitchener or London

    Fuze HR Solutions Inc. • Kitchener, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Senior Ecologist – Environmental Division – Kitchener, London or Burlington.Are you an environmental professional looking to lead meaningful projects that protect ecosystems, support re...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Environmental Planner : Lead Assessments & Engagement

    Senior Environmental Planner : Lead Assessments & Engagement

    We're Hiring • Guelph
    Full-time
    A leading environmental consulting firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to shape and grow their public‑sector environmental planning practice. This role requires a minimum of 10...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Environmental Intern

    Environmental Intern

    GEI Consultants • Guelph, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    GEI Consultants is seeking passionate and motivated students eligible for summer employment for the May 2026 term who are eager to make a positive impact on our growing team.This is an exciting opp...Show more
    Last updated: 17 days ago • Promoted
    Chemistry Private Tutoring Jobs Melancthon

    Chemistry Private Tutoring Jobs Melancthon

    Superprof • Melancthon, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Superprof is Canada's #1 tutoring platform, and we're actively recruiting passionate tutors! Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves teaching, join the largest communi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Field Superintendent - Complex Environmental Projects

    Senior Field Superintendent - Complex Environmental Projects

    VEI • Kitchener
    Full-time
    A leading environmental remediation firm in Canada is seeking a Special Projects Manager responsible for overseeing field operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and mentoring staff....Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Environmental Chemist : Waste Analysis & Solutions

    Environmental Chemist : Waste Analysis & Solutions

    Reworld Waste, LLC • Kitchener
    Full-time
    A leading sustainable waste solutions provider is hiring a Chemist in Kitchener.The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of analytical lab experience and a degree in Chemistry.Responsibilities incl...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Technical Manager, Environmental Planning

    Senior Technical Manager, Environmental Planning

    WSP • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
    Full-time
    WSP is seeking a highly motivated.In this strategic role, you’ll help grow WSP’s environmental assessment portfolio by identifying and pre-positioning for opportunities, leading proposals, and stre...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Environmental Planner & Engagement Lead (Flexible)

    Senior Environmental Planner & Engagement Lead (Flexible)

    R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited • Guelph
    Full-time
    A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a knowledgeable Senior Environmental Planner in Ontario.The role involves leading environmental assessments, managing community engagement, and of...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Environmental Assessment Lead | Hybrid & Flexible Hours

    Environmental Assessment Lead | Hybrid & Flexible Hours

    Dillon Consulting • Kitchener
    Full-time
    Dillon Consulting seeks an experienced Environmental Assessment Lead to join their collaborative team.The role involves leadership in environmental assessments for complex projects, client engageme...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Science, Chemistry

    Science, Chemistry

    Waterloo Region District School Board • Kitchener, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    FTE) of Science (1), Chemistry (2) at Forest Heights.I, from January 29, 2026 to and including March 13, 2026.Applicants must hold OCT qualifications in the assigned subject in order to be eligible...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted