Environmental Professional in Winnipeg

The Environmental Professional (Contaminated Sites) is a senior level professional responsible for assessing, managing, and remediating contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment sites. This role applies established engineering and environmental science principles to evaluate site conditions, develop remediation strategies, and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The candidate will perform complex assignments often requiring the development of unique solutions to problems. The position works under minimal supervision while independently managing projects and overseeing the work of less experienced engineers and scientists.

Site Assessment & Investigation

• Conduct and support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Plan and execute field investigations, including soil, groundwater, and vapour sampling.
• Interpret geological and hydrogeological conditions to characterize contaminant fate and transport.
• Manage and execute drilling programs, monitoring well installations, and contractor activities.
• Analyze environmental data to delineate contaminant plumes and assess site risk.
• Develop conceptual site models (CSMs) to guide investigation and remediation strategies.
• Develop remedial options analysis (ROA).
• Develop remedial action plans (RAPs), feasibility studies, and closure strategies.
• Optimize remediation approaches based on monitoring data and site conditions.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local contaminated sites regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, including investigation reports, remediation plans, and closure documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies to secure permits and approvals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit readiness.

Project Management

• Proposal writing, work scopes and budgets.
• Manage tasks, budgets, and schedules for assigned project.
• Manage and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff and field technicians.
• Support proposal development and client engagement activities.

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)

• Adhere to and promote health and safety protocols in the office and field.
• Identify and mitigate environmental and occupational hazards.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Environmental etc.) or Environmental Sciences discipline and 6 years of related experience.
• 10-15 years of experience in contaminated sites assessment and remediation.
• Hands-on experience with field investigations, data interpretation, and remediation.
• Professional Engineer / Professional Geoscientist (P.Eng/P.Geo) designation preferred.
• Strong understanding of soil and groundwater contamination processes.
• Strong familiarity with regulatory frameworks applying to Manitoba and across Western Canada.

Work Location

• Hybrid model.
• Occasional travel required for site visits and project audits/oversight.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.