Project Manager -Contaminated Sites

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic environmental professional that can provide technical excellence and leadership as a Project Manager within our growing Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) team in Alberta. The successful candidate will manage project teams executing remediation and reclamation activities focused on our Upstream Oil and Gas business sector.

Your Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed scopes of work and cost estimates to execute Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and contaminated site investigations (i.e., Phase II ESAs) in soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil vapor

Work with other technical professionals and subcontractors to develop remedial options analysis and risk assessment / management strategies

Develop detailed scopes of work and cost estimates to execute chosen remedial strategies and coordinate with subcontractors

Monitor project scope of work progression, project spend, and project schedule

As required, conduct and/or lead field work on complex projects and mentor field staff on field execution

Liaise with field staff and technical discipline leaders during project execution

Analyze and interpret project data and prepare technical reports that meet regulatory requirements

Maintain positive client relationships and communicate project status on a routine basis

Participate in marketing and business development activities and initiatives, contribute to cost estimates of projects in collaboration with all other disciplines

Interface with other Stantec departments and promote SIR services

Collaborate and coordinate with other project managers to properly resource all SIR projects

Participate and/or lead regular project meetings

Take safety seriously, create and lead a positive safety culture on all projects

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Knowledge of project management as related to environmental investigations and remediation

Strong understanding of AB Tier 1 and 2 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines and site-specific risk assessment

Strong understanding of Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) contamination management and reclamation certificate application process

Strong technical aptitude and technical writing ability

Ability to manage people while overseeing projects

Ability to work well and self-motivate in a collaborative team environment

Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff

Strong organizational and communications skills (able to communicate solutions in writing, verbally and graphically

Ability to prioritize work and make responsible decisions that can be defended

Travel may be required for the purpose of project kick-off meetings, safety audits, or technical training audits

Education and Experience

Degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field.

Professional designation (e.g., P.Eng, P.Geo, P.Chem, P.Ag., etc.), or ability to obtain within 1 year, recognized in AB.

Minimum eight (8) years of experience delivering technical site investigation and remediation solutions on projects.

Demonstrated commitment to health and safety policies and procedures.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

How to apply

Please visit our website at https://stantec.jobs/ and reference requisition number REQ2500021Y to submit your cover letter and resume. We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.