The Opportunity
BluMetric Environmental Inc. is looking for a Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineer. This role will focus on the environmental engineering aspects of Northern and mine site remediation, waste management and site assessment. The candidate will have practical experience and will take the lead on engineering projects working with a diverse group of leading senior engineers. The candidate will have the opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team taking remote northern contaminated sites from assessment through to remediation. In this position, the candidate will have the opportunity to develop junior and intermediate-level professionals into a robust remedial design team. This work may also include some travel to remote sites in Canada’s Arctic to supervise remedial work on behalf of our clients and travelling to various communities to visit sites and discuss remedial options with local project stakeholders. If you have always wanted to explore Canada’s North – this position is for you.
The individual will need strong communication and organizational skills to be involved with many projects simultaneously. Bilingual (French) would be an asset but not required.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage field programs related to engineering design.
- Complete the design progression from preliminary design through to IFC design.
- Provide on-site management of projects.
- Manage and provide technical input of all aspects of the project life cycle, including but not limited to defining project scope, cost, and schedule for client proposals; planning of work, execution of technical / field programs; design and/or reporting; presentation to client; implementation of recommendations or future needs analysis.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team including geotechnical engineers, risk assessors, cost estimators, archaeologists, and biologists to develop remedial action plans for contaminated sites.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering degree with P.Eng. Designation in Ontario and/or Northwest Territories/Nunavut.
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of environmental engineering experience.
- Experience in Northen and mine remediation is an asset.
- Experience in solid waste management engineering including landfill permitting and approvals, detailed design, closure, operations management, and leachate treatment of an asset.
- Experience in costing waste management options (capital, operating, and legacy) an asset.
- Experience with construction document preparation, specifications (including National Master Specifications), contractor selection, and contractor management.
- Ability to liaise with subcontractors on engineering design and contractors on construction projects.
- Familiarity with current Ontario environmental regulations and guidelines related to waste management, air, groundwater, surface water, soils, and/or sediment.
- Knowledge of current safety regulations and best practices.
- Demonstrated professional judgment, consistency, and attention to detail, track record of quality work products.
- Proficient with computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including the ability to write polished professional technical reports.
- Proven project management skills.
- Working knowledge of the decision-making framework for Federal Contaminated Sites.
- Understanding of the regulatory framework and permitting for Federal and Territorial sites in Canada’s North.
- Indigenous engagement experience is an asset.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites (including northern Canada and Labrador) with overnight travel and flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license.
About BluMetric Environmental Inc.
BluMetric Environmental Inc. is a publicly traded environmental consulting and engineering company with expertise across professional and trade disciplines and technologies that allow for the design, fabrication and delivery of sustainable solutions to environmental and water challenges. BluMetric has more than 160 employees operating in ten offices and over 40 years of expertise. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, BluMetric’s team of industry experts serves Commercial and Industrial, Military, Mining and Government clients in Canada and the United States.
BluMetric is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. BluMetric is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Job Requisition # - 1-114
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering degree with P.Eng. Designation in Ontario and/or Northwest Territories/Nunavut?
- Do you have between five (5) to ten (10) years of environmental engineering experience?
- Do you have experience in Northen and mine remediation?
- Do you have experience in solid waste management engineering?
- Do you have an understanding of the regulatory framework and permitting for Federal and Territorial sites in Canada’s North?
- Are you willing to travel to project sites (including northern Canada and Labrador) with overnight travel and flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license?
- Do you require sponsorship to work in Canada?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2J8
