Senior Contaminated Sites Specialist

Key Accountabilities

• Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance

• Provide senior technical oversight on complex contaminated sites assessment, remediation, and risk management projects.
• Lead development and refinement of site assessment planning and execution, conceptual site models, risk-based strategies, and technical solutions.
• Conduct and approve senior-level technical reviews of reports, assessments, and deliverables.
• Act as a Qualified Person (QP) for site assessments, including stamping and verification of reports in accordance with professional regulatory requirements in both BC and Alberta.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to internal technical processes, standards, and methodologies.
• Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory, technical, and industry standards to ensure compliance and technical excellence.
• Collaborate across service lines to provide subject matter expertise and integrated solutions.

• Oversee project portfolios to ensure delivery aligned with scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality expectations.
• Ensure all projects comply with MEMS’ integrated management systems, including safety, financial, and operational standards.
• Provide strategic input into complex or high-profile projects to ensure successful outcomes.
• Identify, escalate, and mitigate risks related to project execution (e.g., resourcing, cost, timelines).

• Develop and sustain strong client relationships that drive repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on contaminated site strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Support business development activities, including proposal development, technical input, and client engagement.
• Gather and communicate client insights to leadership to inform strategic decision-making and service expansion.

• Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to team members across experience levels.
• Identify competency gaps and support development through structured training, coaching, and knowledge transfer.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of internal training programs and technical resources.
• Support the development of high-performing teams and a culture of continuous learning and accountability.

• Represent MEMS as a technical leader through industry engagement, presentations, and professional networks.
• Contribute to innovation and thought leadership in contaminated site assessment and remediation.

• Minimum 8 years of directly related experience in contaminated sites, hydrogeology, or environmental assessment.
• Experience with site assessment on upstream sites considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Eligible for registration with a relevant professional association.
• Professional Designation in both BC and AB to meet requirements for Qualified Person (QP) designation preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and ability to meet client site access requirements (including testing where required).

• Strong understanding of environmental assessment, remediation practices, and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of the oil & gas, oil sands, and broader industrial/brownfields sectors.
• Advanced ability to interpret and communicate complex technical data.
• Strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and safe work practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and technical reporting.

• Primarily office-based with periodic field visits.
• Extended periods working at a computer.
• Occasional travel and work outside regular hours may be required.
• Physical requirements may include lifting (up to 30 kg), standing, walking, and site-based activities.

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