Consulting Director, Impact Assessment

6 months ago


Vancouver, Canada ERM Group Full time

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services. We are currently seeking a Consulting Director, Impact Assessment to join, shape and support the growth of our Canadian regulatory and permitting team. Applicants may be based remotely but should be willing to travel occasionally to one of ERM’s offices or a client site, as needed.

This posting is designed for a resourceful, motivated person with demonstrated experience and skills in environmental assessment and/or permitting for major projects who enjoys problem-solving and leading teams within a challenging and fast-paced multi-stakeholder environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage and provide regulatory leadership for projects advancing through provincial / territorial / federal environmental assessment and permitting processes. This includes working closely with ERM Partners and Project Managers to provide regulatory support to clients, lead internal technical teams, and ensure the timely delivery of quality products that fully meet the client and regulator’s requirements.
- Lead engagement activities with regulators, Indigenous groups, communities, and stakeholders as part of the project design and regulatory process.
- Work on multiple projects, supporting management and execution of scope/budget/schedule to meet client's expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees worldwide.
- Manage client relationships, specifically for HG/HV clients, and support Key Client Account Managers and Partners with business development activities and tracking.
- Lead preparation of technical proposals, including the development of technical scopes and cost estimates, and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads.
- Partake in ERM internal and external training opportunities to maintain and grow work-related skills and remain current on changes to regulatory requirements.
- Actively embrace and support ERM’s leading health and safety training and workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS & DESIRABLE SKILLS:

- Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, environmental management, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting, environmental impact assessment, or equivalent industry experience within relevant business sectors.
- Expert knowledge of federal, provincial, and territorial regulations and guidelines (in particular, familiarity with environmental assessment and permitting processes in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Yukon, Northwest Territories and/or Nunavut). International experience is considered an asset.
- Experience in the delivery of multifaceted permitting programs across a spectrum of sectors, primarily mining, but oil and gas, ports and marine, and renewables considered an asset.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory and permitting requirements and compliance management as they relate to mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, and transportation projects.
- Excellent writing, communication, organization, time, and team management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and inspire teams in a demanding work environment.
- Demonstrated experience providing strategic guidance to support clients navigating the regulatory process.
- Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous groups, particularly in the context of regulatory processes, including the use of Indigenous knowledge.
- Experienced with community and stakeholder engagement.
- English is required and fluency in multiple languages (e.g., Indigenous languages, French) is an asset.
- Strong commitment to safety, including following established health and safety protocols.
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

For the Consulting Director, Impact Assessment position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $146,713 - $163,212 CAD. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

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