Senior Project Manager

Overview

Terrapex is a Canadian, employee-owned company providing specialized consulting services in environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, and health and safety fields across Ontario. With offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, and the Durham Region (Oshawa), our multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists deliver expert, practical solutions. Built on our core values of integrity, technical excellence, respect, personal service, and a practical approach, Terrapex has grown steadily since 1995.

Our diverse and dedicated team takes pride in a reputation for quality work and lasting client relationships.

We value our people and invest in their success. Employees enjoy:

• Extended Health & Dental Benefits
• LTD, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Group RRSP Match
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Initiatives
• Generous Personal Time Off
• Memberships in Professional Societies
• Support for Professional Designations
• Bonus Opportunities
• Flexible Work Arrangements

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Environmental Services team. This is a full-time, senior-level position based in the Toronto Office, ideal for a seasoned professional with a passion for managing complex environmental projects, leading and developing teams, and building lasting client relationships. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, with demonstrated expertise in managing Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, site remediations, and other technically demanding projects.

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, including Technicians, Scientists, and more junior Project Managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Manage multiple complex environmental projects from proposal through to completion, including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, site remediations, and other specialized assignments.
• Engage directly with clients to define project objectives, develop scopes of work, and ensure alignment with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Design and plan projects by selecting sampling locations and techniques, developing analytical programs, and preparing detailed budgets and proposals.
• Oversee project execution, including scheduling, resource allocation, subcontractor management, and field coordination.
• Provide technical leadership by offering expert advice, reviewing historical data, and ensuring scientific and regulatory accuracy in all deliverables.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on both your own work and that of others, ensuring all deliverables meet internal standards and client expectations.
• Review and produce high-quality technical reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
• Track project progress against timelines and budgets, proactively identifying and addressing risks or deviations.
• Support business development efforts by preparing proposals and quotes, identifying new opportunities, and maintaining strong client relationships that lead to repeat business.
• Contribute to internal initiatives, such as compliance, health and safety programs, training sessions, and corporate strategy discussions.
• Make strategic decisions regarding project execution, client negotiations, and financial matters.
• Champion team development, providing coaching, performance feedback, and growth opportunities to junior staff and peers.

• Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in environmental consulting or project management
• Prior recognition as a “Qualified Person” per Section 5 (2) of O. Reg. 153/04, or being eligible for such recognition
• Possession of a professional designation (P.Eng., P.Geo., C.E.T.)
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects and lead diverse teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience supervising technical staff and junior project managers
• Familiarity with…