Project Technologist in Kelowna

Be part of a team that values collaboration, accountability, and hands-on technical work that supports responsible development and healthier communities. Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight. At Pinchin, we empower our people to uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is seeking a Project Technologist to join our Environmental Due Diligence team in Kelowna. The existing role reports to the Team Leader.

Role Overview

In this role, you’ll support a variety of environmental assessment and remediation projects related to property transactions, redevelopment, and regulatory compliance across BC. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and senior staff, gaining hands-on experience in both the field and office. You’ll be exposed to Phase I and II ESAs, remediation work, and regulatory processes, with opportunities to build your skills and take on more responsibility over time.

Work environment: This role includes a mix of field and office work (typically 30-70% field, depending on project needs).

Your Role and Action

• Work on interesting, real-world projects tied to property transactions and redevelopment
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team environment
• Learn from experienced staff and gain exposure to a variety of EDR projects
• Build experience across fieldwork, reporting, and project coordination
• Grow your career with a clear path toward Project Management

Key Responsibilities

• Field & Technical Work
  • Complete field investigations including soil, groundwater, and vapour sampling
  • Support environmental assessment and remediation programs
• Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare, review, and edit technical reports
  • Conduct historical and regulatory research
  • Support Phase I & II ESAs and Detailed Site Investigations (DSIs)
• Project Support & Coordination
  • Assist with project setup, planning, and execution
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and internal team members
• Client & Stakeholder Interaction
  • Communicate with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies, with support from senior staff
  • Contribute to building positive working relationships

Success in this role comes from being dependable, detail-oriented, and open to learning, while contributing to strong project outcomes.

What You’ll Bring To Pinchin

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field (or diploma with relevant experience)
• 2-3 years of related experience (co-op or internship experience considered)
• Strong technical writing, organizational, and analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a personal vehicle
• Willingness to travel within the region; occasional travel across BC may be required
• Availability for occasional work outside core business hours

Assets

• Experience supporting transaction-related Phase I/II ESA work
• Familiarity with BC Contaminated Sites Regulation and remediation processes

Career Development

This role is designed to help you grow into a Project Manager role over time, with opportunities to:

• Take on increasing responsibility for projects
• Build client communication skills
• Support proposals and project planning
• Develop project financial, technical, and regulatory expertise

Performance and compensation are reviewed regularly, with opportunities for advancement based on demonstrated capability and contribution.

Compensation And Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location. As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed. Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.

Explore our offerings: Pinchin Benefits

Additional Information

Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process. Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.) No agency phone calls please. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.