Environmental Coordinator

Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle.

At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth.

Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart.

Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.   At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish.

We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes.

Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The Environmental Coordinator will provide on and off-site support to Project and Construction Management to identify and reduce, avoid or mitigate environmental risks, maintain construction schedule and ensure Environmental / Regulatory compliance.   The Environmental Coordinator will provide recommendations to Field Supervisors and work crews on avoiding or managing environmental risks, impacts or incidents during the planning and execution of Project activities.  The Environmental Coordinator will be responsible to develop and submit accurate, timely and complete environmental reporting deliverables as per Canacre standards and Project or Regulatory Requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Review and understand environmental requirements and / or applicable legislation as outlined in Project documents & permits (i.e. : Project EMS, CEMP and / or Contract) Maintain a positive, friendly & solution-focused attitude in order to provide excellent customer service to the Project Construction & Management team(s) Review, understand and support implementation and continuous improvement of Canacre’s environmental standards Support implementation with respect to the Canacre or Client Project Environmental Protection Plan (EPP) Support implementation of Project Spill Prevention and Waste Management processes (i.e. : collection and storage of fuel, used oil, hazardous wastes, recyclables, etc.) Proactively identify and report to the Project Environmental Lead any unforeseen environmental issues and / or considerations that may impact Project schedule or work activities (i.e. : upcoming timing restrictions, species at risk, nest sites, stream crossings or access restrictions, archaeological chance finds, etc.) Ensure that any direction from the Client / Owner’s environmental representative(s) is first reviewed with, and approved by, the Construction Manager, Project Manager and / or Project Environmental Lead prior to implementation Support the work of the Project Environmental Lead and other Project team members with safety, permitting, scheduling, equipment maintenance or other activities, as requested Review, understand and implement routine reporting requirements as per Canacre standards Produce additional environmental planning / compliance / Project delivery documents as required Prepare or support preparation of permit applications and any associated tracking / compliance / closure reports as required Perform other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor’s degree in resource or environmental sciences (Biology, Forestry, Environmental Sciences, etc.)  Minimum 2 years’ experience in construction monitoring or environmental management Strong working knowledge of environmental legislation and regulations Strong verbal and written communication Excellent interpersonal and communications skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Prioritizing and decision-making skills Attention to detail Multi-tasking and organizational skills Effective time management skills At Canacre, our benefits program is one of the ways in which we reinforce the value we place on employees and the role they play in helping us achieve our goals. Canacre offers comprehensive health and dental coverage, paid time off, and disability insurance.
• Other benefits include a RRSP employer matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a variety of wellness programs.
• Canacre is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce.
• Canacre complies with federal and state / provincial law governing non-discrimination in employment practices.
• Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, however, you will be contacted if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects.  At Canacre, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of employment practices in each jurisdiction we operate in.
• We ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their work, in accordance with the provisions outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Canada Labour Code.   Powered by JazzHR