AtkinsRéalis

Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer

AtkinsRéalis$106K — $146K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Geology, Biology, or Environmental Sciences.
  • Licensed as a Contaminated Sites Approved Professional (CSAP) in BC.
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting.
  • Technical expertise in mining-sector environmental work is a plus.
  • Experience leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams of professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor a team of environmental professionals.
  • Lead projects with a focus on collaboration and diversity.
  • Understand and apply relevant technical protocols and regulations.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and project teams, including stakeholders such as First Nations.
  • Manage projects, ensuring budget, quality, and schedule adherence.
  • Identify risks to project quality and profitability, and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Implement behavior-based safety practices and compliance with corporate policies.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and employee recognition programs.
  • Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, and lifestyle needs.
  • Opportunities for continuous training and professional development.
  • Hybrid working culture to promote work-life balance.
  • Generous time-off policies to support personal commitments.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview

Our expert team in British Columbia specializes in managing contaminated sites through comprehensive site investigations, risk assessments, and customized remediation and risk management plans. We support many sectors across AtkinsRéalis from transportation, mining, infrastructure, water, power & renewables, and many more.

The Senior Environmental Engineer or Scientist will support projects and clients while assisting technical and professional staff in their growth and development. The role promotes collaboration within the Environment Practice and across other Technical Practices and Business Units to expand our environmental services and client offerings. The primary focus will be providing senior technical direction on proposals and projects, as well as supporting the technical development of staff to enable successful project execution.

Locations - Vancouver, BC, and Fort St John, BC.

Your role

Specific duties related to this position vary depending on level of experience, but are generally as follows:
  • Supervising and mentoring a team of environmental professionals and technical staff.
  • Provide leadership with a focus on collaboration and instill a culture of diversity, inclusion and equality.
  • Understanding client objectives, technical protocols, guidelines and regulations that apply to the work/projects conducted and the rationale/developmental framework behind them.
  • Acting as a direct interface between clients and the AtkinsRéalis project team, stakeholders including First Nations and/or regulatory bodies, as appropriate.
  • Senior level project management (including technical program development, management of personnel and resources, oversight of budgets and schedules for deliverables, implementing quality assurance reviews, and ensuring client objectives are met).
  • Identifying project quality/project profitability risks and liabilities, and developing strategies to minimize them.
  • Embracing behavior-based safety and ensuring proper implementation and continued use of quality assurance programs and corporate policies and procedures, including Ethics and Compliance.


About you
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Geology, Agrology, Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences, or another related discipline.
  • Be a licensed certified professional and Contaminated Sites Approved Professional (Contaminated Sites Approved Professional (CSAP)) in BC.
  • 15+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience.
  • Technical expertise in mining-sector environmental work, including abandoned mine sites, remediation strategies, reclamation planning, or mine closure design would be considered an asset.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, providing mentorship, coaching, technical direction, work planning, and quality control for junior and intermediate staff across multiple office locations.
  • In depth knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal environmental standards, regulations and guidelines as they apply to environmental investigation and remediation projects in British Columbia (and other parts of Canada as applicable on a project specific basis).


Rewards & benefits

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.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is (between Pay Range $106,500- $146,400 annually) (Only Applicable to British Columbia). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

About AtkinsRéalis

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices in over 50 countries, SNC-Lavalin's approximately 40,000 employees provide EPC and EPCM services to clients in a variety of industry sectors, including oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, environment and water, infrastructure and power. SNC-Lavalin can also combine these services with its financing and operations and maintenance capabilities to provide complete end-to-end project solutions. SNC-Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

AtkinsRéalis Careers

Joining AtkinsRéalis presents an unparalleled opportunity to advance one's career with a leader in innovation and professional growth. AtkinsRéalis, a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and leadership in the industry, offers a plethora of job opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional development.

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AtkinsRéalis is actively seeking talented individuals for various positions across the company. With a focus on diversity and leadership development, AtkinsRéalis ensures that every team member is equipped with the skills and training necessary to excel. Job seekers can find a range of roles that match their skills and career aspirations.

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At AtkinsRéalis, innovation isn't just a buzzword; it's the cornerstone of the company's operations. Employees are encouraged to push boundaries and introduce new ideas that drive the company forward. This environment fosters professional growth and positions AtkinsRéalis as a leader in its field.

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For those starting their career journey, AtkinsRéalis offers robust internship programs that provide invaluable industry experience and networking opportunities. Interns at AtkinsRéalis work on real projects, gaining skills that are crucial for future employment while being immersed in a culture of learning and growth.

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Choosing to work at AtkinsRéalis means more than just employment; it's choosing to be part of a culture that values each individual's contribution. The company offers competitive benefits to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its team members and their families. AtkinsRéalis is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone can thrive.

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AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to the continuous career development of its employees. The company offers various training and development programs, including leadership training and skills enhancement sessions, to ensure that everyone has the tools they need to succeed. Employees at AtkinsRéalis enjoy a clear path to career advancement, supported by resources that help them meet their professional goals.

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