Intermediate Environmental Scientist - Regulatory

Spinx

$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering or related discipline.
  • Professional designation (or eligibility) required.
  • 5+ years in environmental consulting or resource development or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated project management experience.
  • Expertise in upstream, midstream, downstream oil and gas, mining, and land development projects.
  • Strong understanding of Western Canadian regulatory frameworks and permitting processes.
  • Collaborative team player with a passion for knowledge sharing.
  • Sense of humour and appreciation for company culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation and coordination of complex regulatory approval applications.
  • Monitor regulatory changes to inform project teams of compliance risks.
  • Manage environmental planning and permitting projects from proposal to completion.
  • Oversee various environmental assessments and baseline studies.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery meets timelines and budgets.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout project lifecycle.
  • Support Indigenous engagement and regulatory communications.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff, fostering professional growth.

Benefits

  • Vibrant company culture with extensive growth opportunities.
  • Comprehensive group benefits including health spending accounts.
  • Generous vacation time and RRSP matching.
  • Access to learning and skill development programs.
  • Flexible working hours with hybrid and remote work options.
  • Swayze Days for personal health and wellness.
Full Job Description
Take the Opportunity

Join our team as an Intermediate Environmental Scientist and play a key role in delivering planning and permitting projects. We're looking for a collaborative, driven professional with a deep understanding of environmental regulations and permitting processes, based in Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta.

In this role, you will lead environmental planning, permitting, and regulatory approval projects for energy, infrastructure, and resource development clients. You will have the opportunity to develop your project management skills by supporting the management of project scope, budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, regulators, and stakeholders, you will guide projects through municipal, provincial, territorial, and federal permitting and regulatory processes.

The ideal candidate has experience in environmental consulting and project management experience, with expertise in environmental planning, regulatory permitting, and environmental assessments. Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills are essential, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and practical solutions.

If you're looking to grow your career with a company that values collaboration, flexibility, and exceptional client service, we'd love to hear from you.

Make a Difference
  • Lead the preparation and coordination of regulatory approval applications, including Directive 056, EPEA, Water Act, Public Lands Act, Fisheries Act, and other provincial and federal permits.
  • Monitor and analyze evolving regulatory changes to advise project teams on compliance risks and strategic timelines.
  • Manage environmental planning and permitting projects from proposal through successful completion.
  • Oversee environmental assessments, including Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Biophysical Impact Assessments (BIAs), and baseline studies.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver projects on scope, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
  • Support Indigenous engagement, stakeholder consultation, and regulatory agency communications.
  • Prepare proposals, develop work plans, and contribute to business development initiatives.
  • Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff through technical guidance and project leadership.
  • Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory compliance standard
  • Lead and champion a culture of excellence, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of health, safety, and quality across all areas of operation.


Showcase your Education & Expertise
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering or related discipline.
  • Professional designation (or eligibility)
  • 5+ years in environmental consulting or resource development or equivalent
  • Project Management experience
  • Strong Demonstrated experience in upstream, midstream, downstream oil and gas, mining, commercial development and land development projects
  • Strong understanding of Western Canadian regulatory frameworks and permitting processes
  • Strong team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines and sharing knowledge.
  • Having a good sense of humour and strong admiration of our Mullet Culture is always an asset.


Get Great Perks!
  • An amazing culture and with exciting growth opportunities
  • Competitive compensation with comprehensive group benefits, health spending account, vacation time and RRSP matching
  • Learning and skills development opportunities
  • Flexible working hours with hybrid/remote options
  • Swayze Days - 360's personal health and wellness days

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