Intermediate Environmental Professional

Fraser Valley (Abbotsford)

Wage: $80,000 - $110,000 Depending on qualifications and experience Plus annual bonus

Duration: Permanent full time, starting immediately

Company Summary

Active Earth Engineering Ltd. is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm specializing in environmental investigation and remediation, hydrogeological engineering, and geotechnical engineering. Our clients include government agencies (municipal, provincial, an federal), property owners, contractors, developers, realtors, architects, and other engineers and consultants. Our company was created in 2007 by a small group of like-minded engineers and geoscientists who sought to build a toptier service consulting firm that tailored to our clients’ needs.

We genuinely enjoy working together and love what we do, and we have experienced virtually no turnover of staff. Our team currently includes more than 45 talented and passionate individuals, including hydrogeologists, engineers, project scientists, technicians and professional support staff. Our offices are located in Victoria, Burnaby and Abbotsford, and we look forward to further growth over the coming months and years.

Current Opportunity

This Intermediate Environmental Professional position provides significant opportunities for professional development, growth, and project leadership, supported by a team enthusiastic senior environmental experts and mentors. The position will include both office work and field work, the balance of which will be determined by the candidate’s specific qualifications.

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Coordinating and/or managing a variety of environmental assessment and remediation projects across BC, with support from Senior Managers.
Liaising and coordinating with clients, regulators, contractors, and other third parties.
Preparing and/or reviewing technical reports, cost estimates, proposals, and project schedules.
Preparing applications for regulatory approvals, permits, and licenses.
Tracking and managing scope, budget, and schedule progress.
Coordinating, supervising and mentoring junior staff as needed.
Supervising and/or directly conducting environmental fieldwork programs, including:
- Site investigations / assessments / monitoring
- Remediation / reclamation oversight
- Sample collection (soil, vapour, groundwater, surface water, sediment).
- Recording field data in an accurate, legible, well-organized manner
Developing client relationships, pursuing business opportunities, and contributing to our overall success.

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Coordinating and/or managing a variety of environmental assessment and remediation projects across BC, with support from Senior Managers.
Liaising and coordinating with clients, regulators, contractors, and other third parties.
Preparing and/or reviewing technical reports, cost estimates, proposals, and project schedules.
Preparing applications for regulatory approvals, permits, and licenses.
Tracking and managing scope, budget, and schedule progress.
Coordinating, supervising and mentoring junior staff as needed.
Supervising and/or directly conducting environmental fieldwork programs, including:
- Site investigations / assessments / monitoring
- Remediation / reclamation oversight
- Sample collection (soil, vapour, groundwater, surface water, sediment).
- Recording field data in an accurate, legible, well-organized manner
Developing client relationships, pursuing business opportunities, and contributing to our overall success.

The Ideal Candidate

Have at least 5 years of experience in contaminated sites consulting in BC with experience in some or all of the following areas:
- Stage 1 PSI / Phase I ESA, Stage 2 PSI / Phase II ESA, and Detailed Site Investigations
- Remediation Planning and Management
- Environmental regulatory permitting and approvals
- Environmental liability estimating
- Preparation and/or review of technical reports, proposals and cost-estimates
Be experienced in conducted environmental site investigation and remediation field programs, in a variety of settings (urban, rural and remote), including in inclement weather.
Hold a degree or diploma in science, engineering, or a related field. Registration in BC as a P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., R.P.Bio, EIT/GIT/BIT, or similar, is not required but would be beneficial.
Have a reliable vehicle for travelling to/from jobsites, and possess a BC driver’s license.
Possess a demonstrated ability, aptitude and interest in:
- Managing consulting projects successfully and effectively (on-time and on-budget).
- Developing or strengthening project management and leadership skills.
- Mentoring staff and contributing positively to the company culture.
- Communicating clearly

This position and responsibilities will evolve over time, based on the employee’s skills, performance, and career objectives.

Have at least 5 years of experience in contaminated sites consulting in BC with experience in some or all of the following areas:
- Stage 1 PSI / Phase I ESA, Stage 2 PSI / Phase II ESA, and Detailed Site Investigations
- Remediation Planning and Management
- Environmental regulatory permitting and approvals
- Environmental liability estimating
- Preparation and/or review of technical reports, proposals and cost-estimates
Be experienced in conducted environmental site investigation and remediation field programs, in a variety of settings (urban, rural and remote), including in inclement weather.
Hold a degree or diploma in science, engineering, or a related field. Registration in BC as a P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., R.P.Bio, EIT/GIT/BIT, or similar, is not required but would be beneficial.
Have a reliable vehicle for travelling to/from jobsites, and possess a BC driver’s license.
Possess a demonstrated ability, aptitude and interest in:
- Managing consulting projects successfully and effectively (on-time and on-budget).
- Developing or strengthening project management and leadership skills.
- Mentoring staff and contributing positively to the company culture.
- Communicating clearly

This position and responsibilities will evolve over time, based on the employee’s skills, performance, and career objectives.

Pay Benefits & Hours

Estimated Salary: $80,000 to $110,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Paid Vacation: Three to four weeks

Active Earth offers competitive wages, a competitive vacation policy, an extended medical and dental benefits plan, regular mentorship and support for professional development, an industryleading profit-sharing program, a unique company-directed investment program, and an energetic and truly collaborative working environment.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 to $110,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Paid Vacation: Three to four weeks

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All questions should be directed to our Senior Office Manager, Tommasina, at 604.505.6677.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All questions should be directed to our Senior Office Manager, Tommasina, at 604.505.6677.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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