Principal Scientist/Engineer

Senior Project Manager/Scientist/Engineer

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

Our expert team in the Kootenay Region specializes in managing contaminated sites through comprehensive site investigation, risk assessment, and customized remediation and risk management plans. We support many sectors across AtkinsRéalis from transportation, infrastructure, water, power & renewables, and many more. In the Kootenay region, there is a strong focus on mine site investigation, remediation and closure planning.

We have one of the most experienced environmental and geosciences engineering consulting teams in Canada and we are seeking a Senior Project Manager, Scientist or Engineer to join our Kootenay team. The successful candidate will bring technical direction and mentoring of staff, strong client management skills and the ability to collaborate with other teams across BC and the rest of Canada.

Site Assessment and Remediation (SAR) Location - Kootenay Region

They will provide technical direction and support project execution.

Senior level project management and technical expertise, including proposal and program development, management of resources, reviewing technical reports, and ensuring client objectives are met.

Act as a direct interface between clients and the AtkinsRéalis project team, stakeholders including First Nations and/or regulatory bodies, as appropriate.

Provide business development support integrated into projects, establishing relationships with clients, identifying and pursuing opportunities for new projects.

Ensure proper implementation and continued use of quality assurance programs and corporate policies and procedures, including Ethics and Compliance.

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences.

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in BC, Geologist or Agrologist, or eligible for professional status in any Canadian province is considered an asset.
• 15+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience.
• Experience living and working in the Kootenay Region or Okanagan, or strong willingness to relocate, and ability to work from one of our offices in Nelson, Cranbrook, Trail or Kelowna.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, providing mentorship, coaching, technical direction, work planning, and quality control for junior and intermediate staff across multiple office locations.
• Technical expertise in mining-sector environmental work, including abandoned mine sites, remediation strategies, reclamation planning, or mine closure design would be considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of the environmental regulator framework including BC Mines Health, Safety and Reclamation Code, the BC Contaminated Sites Regulation etc.
• Being or having an interest in becoming an Approved Professional would be considered an asset.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

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