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Environmental field team leader – Vegetation and Wetlands specialist

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview


As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and talented Environmental Field Team Leader – Vegetation and wetlands to work with our environment team on exciting infrastructure projects across Canada.

One key project you will work on is the Alto high-speed rail project, connecting Québec City to Toronto, as an experienced partner within the Cadence consortium. This consortium—comprising CDPQ Infra, AtkinsRéalis, SYSTRA Canada, Keolis Canada, Air Canada, and SNCF Voyageurs—was selected by the Canadian government to develop the project following a rigorous bidding process. Thanks to our expertise, we will ensure optimal performance and seamless service within a modern rail network. Here's'your opportunity to help shape the future of high-speed rail in Canada!

Your role

  • Organize and assign daily tasks to team members.
  • Ensure all required equipment, materials, and permits are available before field deployment.
  • Participate actively in field surveys and sampling activities.
  • Ensure standardized methodologies are applied consistently across all data collection efforts.
  • Validate and review data for accuracy and completeness.
  • Implement proper data backup procedures at the end of each day.
  • Monitor adherence to protocols and project-specific requirements.
  • Provide guidance and training to team members on best practices.
  • Implement and enforce health and safety plans in the field.
  • Conduct daily safety briefings and hazard assessments.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, even under challenging conditions such as long hours, repetitive tasks, and remote work.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to maintain morale and resolve conflicts constructively.
  • Communicate progress, issues, and recommendations to project managers.
  • Prepare summary notes and contribute to technical reports as required.
Transportation Sciences

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-144249

Salary range

-

About you

  • Degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in vegetation surveys and wetlands delineation.
  • Strong knowledge of wetland classification systems and vegetation ecology.
  • Proven leadership and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain team cohesion and motivation during extended fieldwork in remote areas.
  • Familiarity with GPS, data loggers, and relevant software.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote locations.
  • First Aid and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain).

Assets

  • Experience with provincial and federal environmental regulations.
  • Ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions for extended periods.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Bilingual French/English (written and spoken).

Working Conditions

  • Field-based travel across Québec and Ontario; exposure to variable weather, wildlife, and remote terrain.
  • Use of vehicles, boats/ATVs (as applicable), and field equipment with appropriate training and PPE.
  • Occasional evening/weekend work aligned with field windows.
  • Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $73,400 - $100,900 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

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