Report Writer

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 60 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
Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Report Writer (Contaminated Sites Specialist) to join our team in Sherwood Park or Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the completion of projects primarily for Oil and Gas clients in accordance with Vertex guidelines/protocols and project scopes. This ideal candidate will have proven experience in Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), Tier 1 and Tier 2 approaches (including the Subsoil Salinity Tool), for contaminated sites closure and Remediation. This individual will play a critical role in the execution of all aspects of the project while delivering a cost-effective approach that exceeds our client's expectations. This is an office-based position with the opportunity to work from home on occasion (hybrid model).

Come join one of the best contaminated sites regulatory closure groups in Western Canada Training can be provided to meet some of the qualifications and responsibilities below.

Candidate Qualifications

• Diploma or higher education related to environmental sciences, toxicology, or other related discipline, with a professional designation (or be eligible for a designation in the near-term) for AB (BC and SK considered an asset)

• Minimum 5 years of reporting environmental work experience in the following areas:

• Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments

• Remediation
• Groundwater monitoring and sampling
• Alberta Tier 2 approaches including recalculation of soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, justification letters, and screening level and quantitative environmental risk assessments (ERAs)
• Exposure control via risk management measures
• Record of Site Condition OneStop submissions
• Experience with risk-based approaches for regulatory closure of contaminated sites
• Subsoil Salinity Tool certification and use of other fate and transport models is an asset
• Experience working in Industrial and Commercial settings considered an asset
• Strong leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Experience working with multiple regulatory agencies in Western Canada
• Experience in liaising with clients, municipalities, First Nation communities, and/or other government entities
• Excellent attention to detail, and communication and technical reporting skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Performing technical support and report review for the following environmental projects:

• Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessment Reports (senior review)

• Remediation Reports (author and senior review)
• Water well and groundwater assessments
• Regulatory submissions
• Provide risk-based approaches for contaminated sites including recalculation of soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, justification letters, and screening level and quantitative ERAs
• Responsible in supporting cost control and project scoping to ensure effectively versatile solutions are developed to meet client's regulatory needs and budgets
• Responsible for building both internal and external relationships within Vertex, with regulators and clients to effectively develop and manage projects within the environmental business unit.

LOCATION

This is an office based position that will be based either out of our Sherwood Park or Calgary, Alberta offices or surrounding areas.

Additional Information

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided

APPLY NOW

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*