Environmental Operations Manager

Regional Leadership Opportunity

Ecology & Natural Sciences

Greater Toronto Area

Pinchin Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Regional Lead to spearhead our growing Ecology & Natural Science team in the GTA Region. This exciting opportunity will allow the successful candidate to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and trajectory of the group both locally and in collaboration with our national Environmental Science practice team in Canada. This position will be a hybrid role in alignment with our core values of work-life balance.

The Regional Lead will oversee our regional Environmental Science team; design and direct technical work; prepare disciplinary and coordinate multidisciplinary proposals; manage budgets and schedules; foster technical excellence; and carry out strategic business development. The successful candidate will partner within Pinchin's land development services group and work on a variety of biological/ecological projects for clients in real estate, commercial, infrastructure, government/public, and industrial sectors. Biological work will focus on natural environment baseline, monitoring studies, and species-specific assessments for all aspects of land and infrastructure development and operation, including due diligence, approval/permitting, and development construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hiring, developing, and leading the team.
• Mentoring, training, and supervising field and technical staff.
• Preparing technical and career development plans and providing direction and mentorship on complex issues and technical work.
• Lead in the planning, designing, and implementation of biological field studies and technical reports.
• Ensure the timely delivery of consistent high-quality services to our existing and new clients.

Project Management:

• Manage or review projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including allocation of budgets, personnel, and resources, billing, and client relationships.
• Review or prepare high-quality scientific and technical proposals, letters, and reports.
• Oversee the acquisition of environmental permits/approvals and development of protection and mitigation measures according to environmental legislation, policies, and guidelines.
• Liaise with other project managers and technical specialists, including environmental scientists, engineers, GIS/CAD technologists, and other disciplines.

Biological Technical Duties:

• Lead and manage background searches and review of available sources, including aerial photographs, natural heritage features, wildlife atlases, site plans, and other supporting documents for potential environmental opportunities and constraints.
• Lead or review biological field investigations, including botanical inventories, Ecological Land Classification, plant and wildlife surveys, targeted Species at Risk surveys, and feature delineations (e.g., wetlands, woodlands, etc.) based on established protocols and guidelines.
• Consult and liaise with regulatory agencies for the request of background information, review of terms of references, review of environmental studies/features, and response to agency review comments.
• Delegate, manage, and senior review field and office tasks requiring scientific research, field studies, data recording, entry, and management, analysis, and reporting.
• Delegate, manage, and senior review site inspections and monitoring of environmental features, Species at Risk, and habitats, and/or erosion and sediment control measures.
• Maintain technical proficiency, including participation in professional practice groups and organizations.
• Participate in the preparation and presentation of training programs.

Strategic Business Development:

• Engaging in business development, building and maintaining client relationships, and monitoring industry trends.
• Identify strategic business opportunities in collaboration with the leadership team and implement.
• Internally market Environmental Sciences to other Pinchin service lines, including finding opportunities for partnership between the services.
• Participate in industry events, multidisciplinary business development campaigns, thought leadership, and client lunch & learns to build industry awareness.

Financial Performance:

• Working with the GTA Senior Leadership Team to prepare the annual Environmental Sciences budget and business plan for the region.
• Work with the Project Teams to meet project financial targets.
• Manage invoicing and accounts receivables with administrative staff.
• Review of cost estimates/proposals for potential clients.

Requirements:

• University degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, or related degree and experience.
• At least 10-15 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting and/or agency work, with a minimum of 5-10 years of project management and coordination experience in consulting considered an asset.
• Familiarity with environmental management, planning, and permitting processes and direct experience working with federal, provincial, and municipal regulations and approvals.
• Practical knowledge of environmental legislation and policies, including the Provincial Policy Statement, Conservation Authorities Act, Endangered Species Act, Species at Risk Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, Fisheries Act, and Invasive Species Act.
• Applied experience and skills in the identification of Ontario flora and fauna (i.e., vascular plants, birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, insects, and/or fish), identification of Species at Risk and habitats, and delineation of habitat types.
• Professional or Registered Professional Biologist, Certification in Ecological Land Classification for Southern Ontario, Certification in the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, ISA certified Arborist, and/or Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control are considered assets.
• Excellent service marketing and business development skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

What's in it for you:

Pinchin offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, competitive salaries, and great benefits. Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement, a flexible workplace to support work-life balance, paid personal days, three weeks' paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, wellness spending account, social activities, team-building events, corporate hotel rates, and much more. Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer: Benefits (pinchin.com)

Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing, depending on the position. As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin, however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.

Why Pinchin?

At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If you're ready to build your skills and develop your career, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your journey. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on honesty, integrity, and a passion for learning.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada and the US. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

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