Intermediate Soil Specialist

**VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.**

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 50 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

**OVERVIEW**

**CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS**
- Diploma or higher post-secondary education in, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Reclamation, Natural Resource Management or other applicable field
- Between 3-5 years of applied soil science and reclamation in Western Canada in a range of sectors
- Experience in managing junior staff for field program execution
- Registered member with a relevant professional organization preferred
- Working knowledge of and ability to interpret applicable environmental regulations, guidelines and standards for Western Canada
- Strong working knowledge of Canadian soils, vegetation, and reclamation practices
- Project management, self-motivation, communication and decision-making skills an asset
- Strong command of the English language including but not limited to excellent writing, grammar, spelling and formatting
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Attention to detail and experience preparing well-designed, error-free documents
- Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and provide recommendations to clients
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access databases
- Willingness to work in remote locations
- Willingness to work in the field for extended periods of time
- Willingness to travel within Western Canada, as required
- Drug and Alcohol screening will be required prior to employment

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Field work is a requirement, approximately 70 - 80 % of time will be allocated to the field
- Implement environmental monitoring & inspection for linear and Oil Sands projects
- Soil baseline inventory in conjunction with environmental monitoring and vegetation baseline assessments
- Reclamation planning and oversight for conventional oil and gas as well large-scale facilities
- Management of Sand and Gravel regulatory and biophysical project components including reporting and regulatory liaison
- Fieldwork and technical reporting associated with submissions related to Peat Harvesting, PDAs, DSAs and EPEA related projects
- Reporting (all types, style and formats within Vertex)
- Responsible for project scoping to ensure effectively versatile solutions are developed to meet client’s regulatory needs and budgets;
- Responsible for both field and office execution of environmental projects
- Responsible for proposal writing and budgeting for various soil related projects, as required
- Keep up-to-date on industry guidelines and regulatory requirements as it relates to reclamation and revegetation for various provinces in Canada
- Compile, manage and analyze data that is collected by field personnel

**LOCATION**
- This position will be based out of **Sherwood Park, Alberta
**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**
- Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP Plan
- Opportunity for advancement

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

*_We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*_