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Environmental Project Manager

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

We are seeking an Environmental Project Manager with strong experience in environmental auditing, ISO 14001 audits, regulatory compliance audits, environmental assessments (EA), and permitting to support major projects in the energy, transportation, and defence sectors; these skills are highly valued and will support our clients' commitment to compliance, risk reduction, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of environmental regulations and standards, is motivated and detail‑oriented, and has demonstrable experience in Canada. This mid‑level role is based in British Columbia (preferred location: Vancouver), though we welcome applicants from other regions of Canada. Occasional travel within Canada may be required.

Your role

  • Act as a project manager responsible for the development and management of scope, budget, schedule, and effective quality oversight.
  • Lead, coordinate and deliver all aspects related to environmental assessment and permitting activities, particularly for the transportation and energy sector, working as part of a wider delivery team.
  • Coordinate and guide efforts to obtain and comply with environmental approvals/permits for projects from regulatory agencies (municipal, provincial and federal).
  • Perform comprehensive environmental audits, assess compliance, and deliver detailed reports recommending corrective actions to enhance environmental performance and reduce risks.
  • Independently coordinate and manage external subcontractors.
  • Effectively delegate and coordinate tasks and activities with staff, providing technical and supervisory guidance to more junior staff on assigned tasks.
  • Assist with and, as necessary, take a lead role in the development of proposals, qualification documents and other business development related activities.
  • Liaise with the client and support relationship management on behalf of, and as directed by clients with Project stakeholders, partners, agencies and Indigenous groups.
  • Support the growth of environmental planning/ environmental assessment market share in strategic markets.
  • Mentor junior and intermediate professionals.
Cities & development Sciences

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-150674

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related degree.
  • Professional designation or membership (full or provisional) in a relevant professional body is an asset (e.g., PMP, CAPM, RPP, EP).
  • Over 10 years of related experience managing and coordinating environmental assessments and securing construction permits/approvals for transportation and energy projects, within fast-paced engineering or environmental consulting environments.
  • At least 5 years of environmental auditing experience, preferably with ISO14001 Environmental Management or ISO9001 auditing accreditation.
  • Strong environmental project management expertise, including application of project management principles such as cost control, scope management, scheduling, and coordination of multiple concurrent assignments.
  • Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, including the Environmental Assessment (EA) process, with experience working with energy and/or transportation regulators considered an asset.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize, manage competing deadlines, and deliver projects effectively.
  • Must possess a valid Class G driver's license.
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.

Rewards & 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

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $82,000 - $106,000annually. 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.

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