Intermediate Environmental Scientist; Reclamation

Position: Intermediate Environmental Scientist (Reclamation)
Location: Sherwood Park West

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.

OVERVIEW
Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full-time Intermediate Environmental Scientist with a focus on reclamation to join our Environmental Team in Calgary or Sherwood Park Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing upstream oil and gas projects in accordance with Vertex guidelines and project scopes. This role will focus on reclamation activities (earthworks), developing and executing reclamation plans and vegetation monitoring projects, including detailed site assessments (DSA’s).

This individual will play a critical role in the execution of all aspects of the project while delivering a cost‑effective approach that exceeds our client’s expectations.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATION

Diploma or higher education related to environmental sciences, biology or other related disciplines

Minimum 4 to 7 years of environmental work experience including the following scopes:

Pre‑reclamation assessments

Develop and cost for reclamation programs to manage upstream sites throughout Alberta

Working with earthworks contractors to safely execute reclamation programs to meet scope and budget

Vegetation Monitoring/Reclamation Site Inspections

Executing DSA’s throughout all land uses in Alberta

Assessment and remediation experience is considered an asset

Willingness to work in the field for extended periods of time; willingness to travel within Western Canada as required

Excellent communication and technical reporting skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Working knowledge of contaminated sites and reclamation regulations in Alberta and experience in northeast British Columbia is an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES

Spend up to 70-80 % of work hours performing technical field activities on environmental projects.

Oversee all required ground disturbance and safety requirements to execute earthworks projects for upstream oil and gas sites

Supervise reclamation earthworks projects to meet scope and objective including daily costing, and post reclamation inspections to ensure compliance has been met

Support development of reclamation cost estimates for projects/programs applying Vertex best management processes and working with managers and sub-contractors

Develop and execute vegetation management programs in alignment with client objectives and applicable regulations

Execute all scopes of reclamation including large earthworks programs to minor reclamation scopes (i.e. fence removal, re‑seeding, etc.)

Detailed Site Assessments

Support Vertex teams on assessment and remediation programs as required and work loads dictate

Active stewardship of Vertex and client safety programs is expected

Mentor and coach junior environmental staff

Develop technical reports to support program execution and in alignment with your areas of competency

LOCATION
This position will be based out of Calgary, Alberta or Edmonton, Alberta.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience

A comprehensive benefit package is provided

RRSP Plan

All Professional dues and PD training costs covered by Vertex

Full suite of internal services teams to support our technical staff, including reporting, geomatics, fleet and logistics, human resources department, and IT team

Opportunities for advancement and growth across a range of sectors and project types

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