Environmental and Sustainability Lead

Environmental and Sustainability Lead The Environmental and Sustainability Lead shall have defined authority for ensuring the day‑to‑day implementation of the Works and the Maintenance associated with the Environmental Management Plan.

What You Will Be Working On Managing all environmental and sustainability issues associated with the Project on a day‑to‑day basis, including overseeing the environmental monitoring and follow‑up program in accordance with the Environmental Management Plan and Approvals;

Establishing and maintaining working relationships with relevant Internal and External Stakeholders;

Develop and implement Environmental and Sustainability Management Systems to ensure compliance with ISO certification and regulatory requirements

Provide advice and recommendations for improving environmental protection and correcting any inefficient practices and/or issues of non‑compliance.

Management of projects of varying complexity involving soil and groundwater characterization, environmental compliance, environmental management, health and safety management, designated substances and hazardous materials, and remedial system design and implementation

Ensure environmental issues are addressed and requirements are met in accordance with the Environmental Approvals and this Project Agreement;

Support and maintain working relationships with relevant First Nations Monitor site activities to ensure environmental compliance; completing weekly inspections, toolbox talks and daily site walks.

Management of personnel and resources

Tracking costs and managing budgets

Supervising less experienced staff on a project basis and in some cases, providing technical direction and mentoring

Promoting team effort and collaboration

What We Are Looking For 7-10 years of work related experience combined with post-secondary education with a specialization in environmental studies, or related discipline.

Knowledge of environmental legislative requirements.

Experience working with stakeholders.

Experience obtaining environmental approvals, dealing with regulatory authorities and meeting environmental compliance obligations.

Solid knowledge of environmental laws, regulations and guidelines as they apply to environmental and construction projects in Ontario (and other parts of Canada as applicable on a project basis)
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and manage cost effective, practical solutions to client problems and/or potential non-compliance situationsA strong commitment to teamwork; excellent verbal and interpersonal skills are required with preference given to demonstrated aptitude for client liaison and multi-disciplinary communication

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Valid Ontario Driver's license

For Those Who Seek to Redefine The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do  a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy.

Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible.

Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

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