Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineering & Compliance – Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)

The Opportunity:

Our client is actively searching for an enthusiastic Environmental Engineer in their  Ottawa, ON office. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing environmental investigation, landfill monitoring and remediation support in Ottawa and the surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct project coordination, fieldwork and reporting for a variety of sites projects in northwestern Ontario using standard field methodologies and protocols under the guidance of senior engineers/professionals.
• Assist with desktop reviews, environmental monitoring projects, due diligence environmental investigations being conducted for regulatory submission.
• Prepare reports and assist with proposal preparation for review by a Senior professional; Other duties as assigned/required.

Qualifications, Education, and Skills:

• University degree in Geological, Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the environmental engineering field in Ontario; preference will be given to those with consulting experience.
• Professional Engineer currently registered with PEO is an asset.
• Knowledge of provincial (Ontario Contaminated Sites Regulations, Excess Soil Regulations, Hazardous Waste Regulation, Landfill guidelines), and federal (CCME) guidelines for contaminated sites assessments.
• Experience in contaminated sites investigations (e.g., Phase I, II and III ESAs using CSA and Ontario Regulations standards).
• Familiarity with Ontario Excess Soil Regulation 406/19 (e.g., Assessment of Past Uses, Sampling and Analyses Plan, Soil Characterization Report, etc.).
• A motivated, self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, organized and self-motivated individual.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as technical writing abilities.
• Proficient with software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Autocad, and gINT. Knowledge of Civil 3D is an asset.
• Physical ability to undertake fieldwork assignments throughout Ontario; and must possess a valid driver’s license. A reliable vehicle to travel to job sites would be an asset.