Senior Environmental Scientist

About Us
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real‑world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement—a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life
As an  Senior Environmental Scientist, Engineer, Geologist, or Technologist , in our  Edmonton or Calgary Offices , you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi‑disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $135,000 to $175,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

Act as a leader in the workplace using Onterris Standard Operating Safety and Technical Procedures

Act as the technical accountable on various scopes (based on individual competencies) that may include:
Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation, Risk Management Plans, Remedial Action Plans, and/or Soil Monitoring Programs

Work with multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects

Lead communication with client’s program management teams and project related stakeholders

Provide support to project managers

Provide senior review and approval of technical deliverables and scopes of work

Prepare and/or review technical correspondence, proposals, work plans, cost estimates, and reports, including regulatory submissions

Work within a well‑organized, and innovative culture with support systems that empower our professionals to focus on providing high quality solutions to our clients

Transfer knowledge, share experiences, and support the training and mentorship of colleagues

Be a senior member of our technical practice community that supports team and personal innovation, growth and success at all levels

What Are We Looking For

A degree or advanced degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related field preferred

Experience overseeing moderately complex projects, including review of reports and technical components such as conceptual site models, drilling plans, cross‑sections, and sampling program selection

Strong data evaluation skills and ability to make decisions based on findings

Self‑motivated, possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), and strong leadership skills

Willingness to provide technical direction and active mentorship to junior and intermediate professionals and project managers

Registration in or a member in good standing of a professional organization (e.g., AIA, ASET, APEGA)

Experience with the Alberta Energy Regulator’s One Stop tool and working knowledge of provincial regulatory frameworks in Western Canada is also an asset

A valid and clean Class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions

A minimum of fifteen (15) years previous experience in environmental consulting

Experience and assertiveness in driving scope, schedule and budget for moderately to complex projects, primarily in the oil and gas industry

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for individuals with disabilities.

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