Risk Assessor

Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our collaborative and agile environment.Dillon’s Ecological & Risk Assessment/Risk Management Discipline is looking for an experienced Environmental Risk Assessor (Scientist/Engineer) to join our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience.At Dillon, we operate as one team. This position is ideally situated at any of our Ontario offices (Ottawa, Toronto, Oakville, Hamilton, Kitchener, Guelph, London, Chatham or Windsor); however, alternate geographies may be considered.We offer flexible work hours and hybrid working options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.ResponsibilitiesManage and lead risk assessment projects related to exposure to soil, groundwater, sediment, surface water, and soil vapour/indoor air for a range of chemical hazards; including projects compliant with both O.Reg. 153/04 and Federal and other provincial guidance/standardsMentor and develop junior and intermediate staff with a focus on technical skills in human health and ecological risk assessment and contaminant fate/transportAct as main point of contact/client liaison to communicate technical and project management information to clientsComply with corporate, client, and site-specific health and safety protocols and programs and applicable health and safety regulationsRespond to Requests for Proposal related to Risk Assessment work to develop and maintain strong client relationshipsProvide guidance to project team members completing Environmental Site Assessment work on data needs and requirements to support Risk Assessment projects (related to collection of samples from various media, surveys of habitat, etc.)Work with other senior specialists in leading the management and interpretation and presentation of dataManage multiple simultaneous environmental projects involving teams of environmental staff and specialistsBusiness Development and AdministrationCoordinate, manage and build business relationships with: clients, regulators, service providers (e.g., laboratories, sub-contractor) and third-party stakeholdersSupport to client account management teamsSupport to office based committees or other corporate initiativesBusiness travel may be required from time to timeLearning and DevelopmentEstablish an individual development plan and execute that plan with support of your team manager and other mentorsActively participate in the career development of peers and junior staff including providing technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoringContribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committeesQualificationsTen or more years of experience in environmental consulting or related industry experience, with a focus on delivery of environmental risk assessment projects, including project managementA degree in environmental toxicology, environmental or civil engineering, environmental sciences, or equivalent degree from an accredited University; advanced degrees considered an assetQualifications to meet the requirements as a QP-RA under O.Reg. 153/04, and in-depth knowledge of the risk assessment process in OntarioFederal Security Status (Reliability or greater) (or are able to attain) and ability to satisfactorily pass a police checkExceptional problem solving and critical thinking skillsStrong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skillsCommitment to a culture of quality including a keen attention to detailPassion for personal and professional growth, working collaboratively to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations, and developing innovative solutionsStrong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office family of productsWhy choose DillonDillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.We live our core values: Reliability, Achievement, Continuous development, Creativity, Courage, and Inclusiveness.Dillon is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an outstanding employee experience and cultivating an exceptional workplace culture.Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at DillonDillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences. #J-18808-Ljbffr