Environmental Manager

Environmental Manager

This role will be responsible for managing environmental issues on a day-to-day basis, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and maintaining effective communication with relevant stakeholders. The environmental manager will also ensure the smooth operation of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and ensure all environmental metrics are tracked and aligned with industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage environmental monitoring and follow-up programs in accordance with the Environmental Reference Documents, Additional Environmental Reports, Applicable Law, and any Permits, Licenses, Approvals, and Agreements.
• Ensure that all environmental issues are proactively addressed and that the project complies with all applicable environmental documents, including the Environmental Reference Documents and the Project Agreement.
• Submit sufficient documentation to the Contracting Authority, demonstrating the qualifications and capabilities to carry out environmental responsibilities in accordance with the Environmental Specialists Qualifications Plan
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with relevant Governmental Authorities and other stakeholders in cooperation with the Contracting Authority Representative.
• Facilitate communication between government bodies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on environmental matters.
• Ensure the effective operation of the Environmental Management System on a day-to-day basis to meet regulatory requirements and promote sustainability practices.
• Monitor the implementation of EMS processes, ensuring that environmental performance is tracked and improvements are made as needed.
• Develop, track, and monitor environmental performance metrics in line with best practice standards.
• Report on environmental performance regularly and ensure that corrective actions are taken when necessary to address any gaps or issues.
• Stay up-to-date with federal and provincial environmental policies, procedures, and legislation relevant to the transit project.
• Liaise with specialty consultants, contractors, and Governmental Authorities to ensure the project adheres to environmental regulations and best practices.
• Cooperate with other project teams to address environmental concerns and ensure smooth project execution.

Education and Qualifications:

• A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in planning, environmental planning, geography, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience on projects of similar size, scope, and complexity, particularly in the Province of Ontario.

Job Requierments:

• Proven experience managing environmental aspects of transit projects, with a strong understanding of local environmental regulations and processes.
• Demonstrated success in managing the environmental issues on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the Province of Ontario’s Transit Project Assessment Process, GO Transit Class EA Document, and the Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario).
• Strong understanding of federal and provincial environmental policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with governmental authorities, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in developing, tracking, and monitoring environmental metrics and performance indicators in line with best practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to address and resolve environmental issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, contractors, and consultants in the Ontario region is a significant asset.
• Must demonstrate an ability to manage complex environmental issues and provide strategic recommendations to ensure compliance and project success.