Environmental Manager

2 days ago

Whistler, British Columbia, Canada Kiewit Full time

Requisition ID:
178745

Job Level:
Mid Level

Home District/Group:
Western Canada District

Department:
Environmental

Market:
Marine

Employment Type:
Full Time

Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking an experienced
Environmental Manager
to lead environmental compliance, permitting, and sustainability initiatives across complex construction and engineering projects. The Environmental Manager will work closely with project leadership, field teams, regulatory agencies, and clients to ensure Kiewit meets or exceeds all environmental requirements while supporting safe, efficient project execution.

This role is ideal for a proactive problem solver with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and guide teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

District Overview
Kiewit's Western Canada District is headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, bridges, marine, and water resources. Our teams build projects across Western Canada and the USA, so a passion for travel and adventure is a must-have. This position will support the Woodfibre LNG project in Squamish, BC. Rotational travel is required.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities
Environmental Compliance & Oversight

  • Implement and manage project-specific Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local environmental regulations.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and monitoring activities to verify compliance.
  • Lead incident investigations related to spills, releases, or non-compliance events and ensure corrective actions are completed.

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

  • Identify required environmental permits and coordinate the preparation and submission of permit applications.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies and support negotiations, reporting, and site visits.
  • Maintain current knowledge of applicable environmental laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Field Support & Training

  • Provide on-site environmental guidance to project and subcontractor teams.
  • Develop and deliver training on environmental procedures, best practices, and compliance obligations.
  • Support construction planning with environmental constraints, mitigation strategies, and work sequencing recommendations.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare and maintain documentation including permits, inspection logs, monitoring reports, and corrective action records.
  • Track compliance metrics and report environmental performance to project and corporate leadership.
  • Participate in client meetings and provide environmental updates as required.

Sustainability & Stewardship

  • Identify opportunities for waste reduction, resource efficiency, and environmental innovation.
  • Promote Kiewit's environmental stewardship values across project teams.
  • Support environmental risk assessments and sustainability initiatives during project pursuit and planning phases.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, or a related field with ability to act as a QEP.
  • 7+ years of environmental management experience in construction, heavy civil, industrial, or infrastructure sectors.
  • Solid understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., air, water, waste, hazardous materials, wildlife, wetlands).
  • Experience with regulatory agencies and environmental permitting processes.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach field teams and influence decision-making.
  • Willingness to travel and work on project sites as needed.

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $110,000/yr - $140,000/yr

  • Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location
  • We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
  • We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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