Junior Environmental Professional

Title:

Junior Environmental Professional, Planning & Reclamation/Remediation

Location:

Grande Prairie, AB (travel to sites across Western Canada)

H3M Environmental Ltd. provides environmental, archaeology, and regulatory expertise across Western Canada, supporting clients in upstream and midstream oil and gas, municipal infrastructure, Indigenous communities, utilities, forestry, and commercial/industrial sector projects. As a full-scale service provider, H3M knows how to deliver pre-construction assessment, planning and permitting, construction, post-construction restoration, reclamation, and remediation services across multiple sectors.

Position Overview

H3M Environmental Ltd. is seeking a motivated Junior Environmental Professional to join our growing team in Grande Prairie, AB. This role is ideal for individuals seeking hands‑on experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on field-based work. The successful candidate will assist with various environmental site assessments while learning how to apply environmental regulations and guidelines under the mentorship of senior professionals.

Role and Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in conducting environmental site assessments, including Pre-Construction Site Assessments PSCA), Soil & Vegetation Assessments, Stream & Wetland Assessments, Avian & Wildlife Surveys, Schedule A & Schedule B, Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs,) and Preliminary Site Investigations (PSIs)
• Perform environmental monitoring and inspection.
• Conduct environmental suitability scouting to support pipeline and access routing, and wellsite/facility siting.

• Assist senior team members in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Help prepare field reports and scientific documentation.
• Support the preparation and filing of environmental permit applications.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders as directed by senior staff.
• Maintain accurate records of field activities and observations.

• Maintain an understanding of BC and Alberta's environmental regulations.
• Understanding of the oil and gas market, as well as a working understanding of the regulatory framework.
• Support the development of technical reports, including data interpretation and site assessments.
• Work under the guidance of senior professionals to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.

• University degree or diploma in environmental science, biology, agrology, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in environmental consulting or fieldwork (internships or volunteer experience welcome).
• Strong interest in field-based work and hands‑on environmental assessments.
• Ability to work in remote and challenging field conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document and report on field observations.
• Basic understanding of environmental regulations in BC and Alberta is an asset, but not required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a willingness to learn from senior team members.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently when required.

• Problem Solving:
  
  Ability to analyze complex environmental challenges and provide practical solutions.
• Communication:
  
  Effective at communicating technical information to clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Teamwork:
  
  Collaborative approach to working with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Safety:
  
  Strong commitment to health and safety protocols and a safe working environment.

• Fieldwork:
  
  Willingness and ability to work in various outdoor environments, often in remote or rugged conditions.
• Attention to Detail:
  
  Ability to accurately record and report environmental data.
• Time Management:
  
  Ability to assist in the completion of tasks on time while maintaining quality standards.

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of field equipment.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and repetitive manual tasks (e.g., handling sample jars, equipment setup).
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain while carrying gear.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat,…