Environmental Scientist jobs

Basin Environmental Ltd. is an environmental consulting company based out of Sherwood Park and Calgary, Alberta.
Basin offers environmental services to a diverse client base including oil and gas, transportation, land development, real-estate, agricultural, and telecommunication groups.

Currently we have an immediate opening for the following position: Senior Environmental Scientist/Project Manager. This remote based role will be positioned from the Edmonton area.

Under the general supervision of the team lead and senior management, this position is responsible for completing senior level technical support and project management for various pre-construction, remediation, and reclamation projects throughout western Canada. This role will require ensuring high quality project work and approaches for Pre- construction Site Assessments, Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessments, Groundwater Monitoring Assessments, Remedial Actions, and Reclamation Soil and Vegetation Assessments are utilized. This position will also support the development and expansion of our Environmental Site Assessment, Reclamation and Remediation discipline.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage/coordinate clients, subcontractors, and staff
• Maintain and develop client relationships
• Mentor and train junior and intermediate staff
• Execute budget development and tracking
• Prepare and review technical reports
• Work in a team environment with other disciplines
• Completing and/or supporting business development efforts
• Participation in Basin’s health and safety program.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in an environmental science related discipline (i.e., agriculture, biology, geography, earth sciences, etc.). A graduate degree (M.Sc.) in a relevant disciple is an asset.
• Professional designation or professional affiliation with the Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA), Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), Alberta Society of Professional Biologists

(ASPB), Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET), etc.

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant work-related experience in the environmental industry.
• Thorough understanding of Alberta reclamation and remediation guidelines. Experience other jurisdiction guidelines (i.e., federal, British Columbia, and/or Saskatchewan) are an asset.
• Experience with contaminated sites risk management (i.e., Tier 2, Subsoil Salinity Tool) is an asset.
• Experience with soil and terrain classification and mapping is an asset.
• Strong data analysis and technical reporting skills.
• Strong communication and scientific writing skills.
• A valid driver's licence and clean driving record is required.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. A competitive compensation package will be offered corresponding with the candidates experience and skills. If you are interested in growing with a local environmental consulting company, please email your cover letter and resume to Darcy O'Brien and Chris Evans.

All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in the above position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00-$55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person