Technical Project Lead - Urban Development & Infrastructure; Alberta)

VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 60 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

Vertex is currently accepting applications for an experienced and growth-oriented Technical Project Lead – Urban Development & Infrastructure (Alberta). This role is responsible for expanding Vertex’s environmental and biophysical consulting services across Alberta, with a strong focus on the commercial real estate and development sector.

In this leadership role, you will oversee multidisciplinary environmental projects, ensure technical excellence, and guide the growth of Vertex’s Urban Development & Infrastructure practice in Alberta. With the support of management, you will have the opportunity to build and mentor a high-performing team, strengthen client relationships, and shape Vertex’s expanding presence in the Alberta market.

The successful candidate will be a senior environmental professional with the ability to lead biophysical assessments and environmental permitting projects while supporting the growth and Business development of Stage 1 and Stage 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in Alberta. This position combines business development leadership, client management, and technical oversight.

The role reports to the Director – Urban Development & Infrastructure and works closely with environmental, biophysical, and geotechnical teams across Vertex.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related discipline. A master’s degree is considered an asset.
• 8–12+ years of professional experience in environmental consulting, with demonstrated experience supporting commercial real estate and development projects in Alberta.

• Lead and manage biophysical focused environmental projects, including:
  • Vegetation, soils, wetlands, wildlife, fisheries and aquatic assessments
  • Regulatory permitting, baseline studies, and impact assessments
  • Support our existing Urban Development Liability Management team with Stage 1 Preliminary Site Investigations (PSIs), Stage 2 Detailed Site Investigations (DSIs), remediation and reclamation projects as required to meet business demands

• Working knowledge of Stage 1 and Stage 2 ESAs in accordance with:
  • Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA)
  • Contaminated Sites Regulation
  • Lender, investor, and transactional requirements
• Knowledge and experience in BC, Ontario or other regions is considered
• Proven business development and client relationship management experience, particularly within the commercial real estate, development, and infrastructure sectors
• Established relationships with developers, engineering firms, municipalities, lenders, and/or regulators in Alberta are strong assets. Established relationships in other regions also considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal abilities
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license

• Provide consistent leadership presence for all staff under your supervision
• Manage technical outcomes of the team in conjunction with support from the Liability Management team (and other groups as required)
• Mentor and coach junior and intermediate environmental staff to develop and grow teams and individual skill sets.
• Evaluate current team needs with Senior Management to meet expected growth and Vertex initiatives
• Drive continual development of staff to enhance and grow skill sets and support teams in meeting professional development goals
• Work collaboratively with…