Environmental Risk Management Manager

Lead environmental risk management at the University of Ottawa, applying regulatory expertise and strategic planning from the Main Campus. Guide integrated programs supporting compliance and resilience.

Reporting to the Director, this manager develops and implements strategic and operational risk initiatives. The work covers environmental management, compliance, emergency response, business continuity, and institutional programs. You will advise leadership, coordinate regulatory relationships, and support facilities, research, academic, and operational activities.

• Develop and update strategic plans, budgets, programs, and project plans
• Direct integrated risk mitigation and environmental compliance programs
• Advise committees and leadership on regulatory initiatives and implications
• Interface with federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory agencies
• Participate in capital planning, design, construction, and emergency response

• Relevant degree in science, engineering, environmental science, or health and safety
• Minimum eight years of experience in a related field
• Experience managing and supervising cross-functional teams
• Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, management systems, and risk assessment
• Bilingual French and English communication skills, orally and in writing

Bring strategic leadership, environmental compliance expertise, and regulatory knowledge to risk management at the University of Ottawa.