Intermediate Environmental Planner​/Project Manager

Overview

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We have an exciting opportunity for an intermediate (5–10 years) Environmental Planner/Project Manager to join Stantec’s Assessment and Permitting team within the Environmental Services practice. The role is available in London, Waterloo, Markham, Hamilton, or Ottawa offices.

• Manage project tasks and deliverables and assist with implementing the environmental assessment and permitting process as it applies to projects.
• Communicate and liaise with a variety of project stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, members of the public, and internal multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Write and coordinate proposals and reports tailored to specific project requirements.
• Manage project tasks and deliverables related to environmental components and/or Provincial and Federal Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Conduct desktop studies to support regulatory requirements for various assignments.
• Develop and implement consultation programs with a focus on diverse stakeholders.
• Communicate and liaise effectively with project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, and the public.
• Work with a group of professionals across Canada, focusing on environmental assessments, permitting and regulatory compliance.

• Strong listening and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work seamlessly with multidisciplinary project teams
• Capacity to multi‑task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
• Proven project management skills, delivering quality results on time and within budget
• Self‑motivated with excellent technical writing and public speaking skills
• Previous experience undertaking environmental assessments, such as the Class EA process

A university degree or post‑undergraduate college diploma in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field is required.

5–10 years of experience in environmental program and project development, implementation, and management, with a focus on infrastructure projects.

Previous experience in undertaking Class EA process, environmental impact assessments, environmental programs, environmental compliance, and/or coordinating the acquisition of permits and approvals.

• Membership in Ontario Professional Planners Institute, OAIA or ECO Canada EP designation
• Consulting experience
• Active participation in strategic planning and execution, including pre‑positioning for key projects and developing RFP responses
• Expertise in community consultations
• Project management experience, maintaining billable work and ensuring successful project deliveries

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario: $82,000.00 – $ Annually

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.