Environment 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 Environment Coordinator in collaboration with the Project Team, the Environment Advisor is responsible for assisting the Project Team to ensure environmental and contractual compliance along with recommending, supporting, and implementing environmental mitigation measures on a construction site. Additionally, the Environment 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

**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, Erosion Control, Contaminated soils, etc;
- Coordinates the various field teams in order to deploy the required environmental corrective actions;
- Support and assist clients with environmental issues and site visits;
- Cooperate and assist professionals and the Project Team in meeting the environmental objectives;
- Coordinate and manage the scope and budget of third-party consultants required to fulfill the Project’s environmental requirements;
- Contribute to the implementation of Indigenous participation plans and the involvement of Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities in the project;
- Verify subcontractors' contractual obligations and the accuracy of their work as it relates to environmental requirements;
- Conduct regular construction site inspections to ensure environmental compliance of construction work and complete monitoring reports;
- Maintain environmental performance indicators (non-conformities, spills, residual materials, best practices, etc.) and complete associated documentation;
- Report any apparent deviations from requirements that may affect environmental obligations to the Project Team as soon as possible and assist with regulatory reporting as required;
- Find proactive solutions to maintain environmental compliance, to meet the requirements and commitments, as well as the objectives of the Project;
- Work with the Project Team to develop construction methodologies that mitigate environmental impacts;
- Conduct sampling as required for construction sites, including water, soil, noise or air;
- Educate and provide training to subcontractors, 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;
- Assist the Project Team (and Regional Office) in the preparation of service offers and proposals.

**What YOU Will Bring**
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, sustainable development, engineering, geology or a similar field;
- Have a professional designation (Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), RPBio., P.Ag., P.Eng., etc.) or be eligible to receive it within 12 months of employment;
- At least five (5) years of experience in the environmental field;
- Experience working on marine construction projects is an asset;
- Construction worksite experience (previous work with a Contractor would be considered an asset);
- Strong understanding of the environmental challenges, impacts and mitigation measures in the construction industry;
- Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulations;
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
- Valid driver’s license and ability to attend sites around Greater Victoria area;
- 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;
- Interest in Indigenous relations;
- Positive outlook with constructive and solutio