Environmental Scientist, Project Manager

Working as an Environmental Scientist, Project Manager in the Brownfield & Assessment Service Group providing environmental site assessment (ESA), remediation and re-development services for clients throughout Canada. This position focuses on the execution of excellent project management services and contributes to the mentorship and development of junior staff. The incumbent will build on MEMS experienced and technically strong teams to successfully execute low complexity to moderately complex work plans. This incumbent can manage multiple work scopes or projects in alignment with MEMS’ overall corporate strategy. This position is full time and requires a combination of office and fieldwork. Expectations for field work in this role to be primarily for complex Sites and/or in a mentorship role.

Please note that this position could be based out of any of our Western Canada (BC, AB, SK) offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Project Management: Manage projects of low to medium complexity including sub‑consultants and regulatory requirements in accordance with MEMS project management requirements;
• Apply appropriate project management techniques to execute all aspects of the project in accordance with the contract and ensuring quality of processes and deliverables; and
• Mentorship, supervision and promotion of career development of direct reports.

Technical Engagement

• Synthesize published and site specific information to present a concise interpretation of the site conditions and develop a conceptual site model to assist in understanding and communicating key site issues;
• Conduct site specific risk assessments and develop risk‑based remedial objectives for contaminated sites of medium to high complexity with low to moderate senior input required;
• Primary authorship role in completion of risk assessment projects for complex sites;
• Primary development of appropriate risk‑based site management strategies with limited input from senior risk assessment staff; and
• Progression to a reviewer role of project deliverables for low to moderately complex Sites.

Mentorship

• Identify competency gaps within the service group and communicate these effectively to the Service Group Director;
• Contribute to the execution of mentorship and competency training programs; and
• Provide direct mentorship of staff.

Field Work Execution

• In a primarily mentorship role for purposes of junior staff career development on moderately complex Sites, act as a mentorship lead in the planning, organization and execution or oversight of field programs with a focus on sites requiring risk‑based solutions;
• Work with contractors to implement ESA and remediation projects on complex sites in consultation with MEMS senior project management staff and/or MEMS Executive;
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• 4–6 years experience in environmental site assessment and remediation, preferably in a consulting environment;
• Eligibility for membership in a relevant professional organization is required;
• Must be able to meet the requirements of site access as dictated by our clients, this may include pre‑access drug, alcohol and fitness testing; and
• Possess a valid, non‑GDL Class 5 driver’s licence.

Other Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge and experience with current provincial and federal legislation and familiarity with the environmental site assessment process.
• Understanding of the Alberta Tier 1 and Tier 2 guideline documents and/or equivalent documents from other jurisdictions as required.
• Understanding of the upstream and downstream oil & gas industry, oil sands industry and commercial/industrial/brownfields environmental industry.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Be able to work effectively within a multi‑disciplinary setting.
• Ability to work either independently or as part of a team interacting with other team members and contractors.
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent safety attitude.

Working Conditions

• Spend approximately 20% of work time at client sites, each trip lasting from 1 to 12 days; may conduct assessments at industrial facilities or greenfield sites in remote locations; may include carrying sampling equipment.
• Work in an office environment requiring extended periods of sitting, as well as field work.
• Prolonged exposure to computer keyboards and screens.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• May require long hours of work, occasional interruptions outside work hours, and travel to other locations.
• Work varying shifts, including occasional evening and night.
• Required to walk, stand, climb, bend forward, kneel down, crawl, reach and grasp, push and pull objects, lift and/or move up to 30 kg, sometimes over the shoulders; repetitive bending, lifting and arm movements.

Pay Transparency: British Columbia

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $105,000

Equal Opportunity Statement

MEMS practices equal opportunity and fair hiring practices when filling positions and will hire the most qualified individuals based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and other competencies. MEMS has adopted this philosophy to ensure all employees, and potential candidates are considered for employment opportunities through a consistent, fair and barrier‑free approach.