Environmental Scientist

We are SLR Consulting (Canada), a 600+ team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals across 20+ office locations in Canada. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new
Environmental Specialist
, you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

Role
We are looking for an
Environmental
Specialist
to play an important role on
Land Quality and Remediation team in Edmonton, AB. Whether you are an early or mid-career professional, we want to hear from you.
In this role, you'll put your passion for fieldwork and the environment into action by supporting and leading programs focused on the assessment, monitoring, management, and remediation of contaminated sites. You'll work on a wide range of projects across urban and remote locations, including oil and gas facilities (upstream, midstream, downstream), commercial and industrial properties, and federal and municipal sites.
As part of the project life-cycle, you'll collaborate with project managers on budgeting, planning, coordination, data analysis, technical reviews, and reporting. No two days will be the same, and your initiative and problem-solving skills will be rewarded with opportunities to take on responsibilities that promote both personal and professional growth.
Cultural fit and shared vision are very important to SLR. We want to grow our team around the right people. If you are practical, highly motivated, and a team player, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities

• Lead and support field programs related to site assessment (i.e., Phase I, II, and III ESAs), monitoring, remediation, and reclamation at a variety of sites (oil and gas, industrial, commercial, and government).
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors and field teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
• Conduct data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support environmental site assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with project managers on planning, budgeting, scheduling, and client communications.
• Contribute to project deliverables including proposals, work plans, technical memos, and regulatory submissions.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff during field programs and report preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements on all projects.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, and regulators by providing reliable and practical solutions.

Working @ SLR
With us, there is no doubt you'll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they'll tell you that's just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Here's what else you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits, vacation, and a suite of wellness initiatives
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications/Education/Memberships

• Degree or technical diploma in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years'experience in contaminated sites work, including leading Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater sampling, and remediation programs.
• Experience with various contaminants of concern including hydrocarbons, salinity, and/or sampling for PFAS is a significant asset.
• Passion for fieldwork, with the flexibility to travel and work away from home.
• Solid understanding and practical application of health and safety requirements related to oil and gas facilities, construction sites, subsurface investigations, and contaminated sites.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, including in remote locations and under variable site conditions.
• Professional designation or eligibility for registration with a recognized professional organization (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., E.I.T., G.I.T., P.Tech., C.E.T.) preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and client locations.

SLR strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in, and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, veterans, and people with disabilities.