Intermediate Environmental Planner/Project Manager

Job summary

The role involves managing environmental assessment and permitting tasks for Oil and Gas projects while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies. You will also be responsible for writing proposals, conducting desktop studies, and implementing stakeholder consultation programs.

Job details

Your Opportunity An exciting opportunity exists for intermediate (5–10 years) Environmental Planners/Project Managers to join Stantec’s Assessment and Permitting team within the Environmental Services practice. Your focus will be delivering expertise to the Oil and Gas Sector. In this role, you will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering environmental planning, approvals, and permitting expertise for a diverse range of Oil and Gas clients. As a key contributor, you will lead or support the day‑to‑day delivery of environmental assessment and regulatory approvals, working closely with clients, agencies, and technical specialists. Your Key Responsibilities * Manage project tasks and deliverables and assist with implementing the environmental assessment and permitting process as it applies to projects. * Communicate and liaise with a variety of project stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, members of the public, and internal multi-disciplinary teams. * Write and coordinate proposals and reports tailored to specific project requirements. * Manage project tasks and deliverables related to environmental components and/or Ontario Energy Board environmental studies. * Conduct desktop studies to support regulatory requirements for various assignments. * Develop and implement consultation programs with a focus on diverse stakeholders. * Communicate and liaise effectively with project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, and the public. * Work with a group of professionals across Canada, focusing on environmental assessments, permitting and regulatory compliance. * Manage project tasks and deliverables and assist with implementing the environmental assessment and permitting process as it applies to Oil and Gas projects. QUALIFICATIONS Your Capabilities and Credentials * Strong listening and problem-solving skills * Ability to work seamlessly with multidisciplinary project teams * Capacity to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously * Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills * Proven project management skills, delivering quality results on time and within budget * Self-motivated with excellent technical writing and public speaking skills Education and Experience A university degree or post-undergraduate college diploma in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field is required. 5-10 years of experience in environmental program and project development, implementation, and management, with a focus on infrastructure projects. Previous experience in undertaking environmental impact assessments, environmental programs, environmental compliance, and/or coordinating the acquisition of permits and approvals. Preferred Qualifications and Assets: * Consulting experience supporting environmental studies as per the Ontario Energy Board Environmental Guidelines * Membership in Ontario Professional Planners Institute, OAIA, or ECO Canada EP designation * Project management experience, maintaining billable work, and ensuring successful project deliveries Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee, and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #StayInquisitive Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

What you’ll do

The role involves managing environmental assessment and permitting tasks for Oil and Gas projects while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies. You will also be responsible for writing proposals, conducting desktop studies, and implementing stakeholder consultation programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a university degree or post-undergraduate college diploma in Environmental Planning or a related field. A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in environmental program management and regulatory approvals is required.

Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Wellness program • Health care spending account • Wellness spending account • Group registered retirement savings plan • Employee stock purchase program • Group tax-free savings account • Life insurance • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance • Short-term disability plan • Long-term disability plan • Emergency travel benefits • Tuition reimbursement • Professional membership fee coverage • Paid time off

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Environmental planning
• Project management
• Regulatory approvals
• Permitting
• Environmental assessment
• Technical writing
• Public speaking
• Stakeholder engagement
• Problem-solving
• Multitasking
• Desktop studies
• Regulatory compliance
• Consultation program development
• Infrastructure project management
• Environmental impact assessment
• Sustainable Engineering
• Proofreading
• Time Off Management
• Digital Transformation
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Self-Motivation
• Management
• Communication
• Regulatory Compliance
• Consulting
• Creativity
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Environmental Compliance
• Environmental Consulting
• Environmental Planning
• Environmental Studies
• Field Research
• Oil and Gas
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Project Stakeholders
• Requirements Management
• Technical Writing
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental Planner/Project Manager
• Environmental Planner / Scientist
• Environmental Protection Professionals
• Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health