Environmental Advisor

**We are Pomerleau. And you could be too.**

At Pomerleau, we fully understand that our mission is not only to create infrastructure or erect buildings, but to build communities. As a leader in the construction industry for nearly 60 years, we always aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve across Canada.

To do this, we do everything we can to listen to their needs, to never lose sight of the realities of tomorrow and to innovate in a more committed, more collaborative and more sustainable way. Together, this is how we redefine our practice - for the good of our profession and of future generations.

**The Opportunity**

Reporting to the Regional Environmental Coordinator, the **Environmental Advisor** is responsible for assisting project teams to ensure environmental and contractual compliance along with recommending, supporting, and implementing environmental mitigation measures. Additionally, the **Environmental Advisor** will provide guidance, support, and assistance to ensure legislative compliance for all project work including in water works and soil management. If you're a forward-thinking individual with excellent problem-solving skills, and you’re interested in joining one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers that places significant attention to sustainable and environmentally responsible construction, be sure to continue reading and submit your resume today

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**What YOU Will Do**
- Prepare, validate and implement environmental plans in conjunction with the Project Teams (e.g. Environmental Protection Plan, Erosion Control Plan, Waste Management Plan, Contaminated Soil Management Plan, etc.),
- Provide advice and expertise to the Project Team on various environmental issues associated projects, including but not limited to, Water Quality, Sensitive Environments, Contaminated soils etc
- Cooperate and assist professionals and the Project Team in meeting the certification objectives and target point requirements,
- Verify subcontractors' contractual obligations and the accuracy of their work as it relates to environmental requirements,
- Conduct regular construction site visits to ensure environmental compliance of construction work and complete monitoring reports in Procore,
- Maintain environmental performance indicators (non-conformities, spills, residual materials, best practices, etc.) and complete associated documentation in Procore,
- Report any apparent deviations from requirements that may affect environmental and the certification obligations to the Project Team as soon as possible and assist with regulatory reporting as required,
- Open non-compliance reports as required,
- Find proactive solutions to maintain environmental compliance, to meet the requirements and commitments of the certification process, as well as the objectives of the Project,
- Work with the Project Team to develop construction methodologies that minimize environmental impacts,
- Conduct sampling as required for construction sites, including water, soil, or air,
- Educate and provide training to workers and the Project Team on environmental matters as an expert in the field,
- Collaborate in the production of the monthly report or any other environmental report required for the project or for permits and authorizations, and
- Assist the Project Team (and Regional Office) with the development of responses to Client and/or Regulatory Authority concerns.

**What YOU Will Bring**
- Bachelor degree in environmental science, biology, sustainable development, engineering, geology or a similar field,
- At least five (5) years of experience in the environmental field,
- Construction worksite experience,
- Technical and sampling experience,
- Strong understanding of the environmental challenges and impacts in the construction industry,
- Knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal environmental regulations,
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite,
- Valid driver’s license and ability to attend sites around Metro Vancouver,
- Knowledge of LEED and/or Envision certification, an asset,
- Hardworking and discerning,
- Versatile, flexible and demonstrates initiative,
- Aptitude for working on a multidisciplinary team in the construction field,
- Keen sense of organization and self-directed,
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with a cooperative spirit,
- Positive outlook with constructive and solutions-oriented approach,
- Open to relocate in the province, an asset.

**Why Choose Pomerleau**
- Competitive salary
- 4 weeks’ vacation
- Group insurance (including a health spending account)
- Group RRSP
- Employer paid monthly public transit pass
- Fitness Membership or Activity Reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Exciting training opportunities
- Dynamic culture
- Exciting career opportunities
- Summer hours (available year-round)
- Free access to Dialogue's telemedicine platform
- Refund for ergonomic work equipment

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for furt