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 Monitor will primarily be responsible for conducting
environmental inspection and monitoring throughout the construction of various
energy development projects. The Environmental Monitor will primarily be
responsible for coordinating daily compliance activities and monitoring duties
during construction activities.
In addition, your role will be to:
- Conduct daily inspections of construction activities and attend construction
meetings.
- Conduct migratory bird nest sweeps and other wildlife monitoring activities,
as required.
- Ensure implementation of mitigation measures from environmental management
documents, permit conditions, and best management practices.
- Inspect implemented erosion and sediment control measures and provide
recommendations for repair and amendment, when needed.
- Oversee and direct soils handling activities (e.g., topsoil stripping).
- Develop and implement corrective action plans and mitigation measures for any
identified environmental issues or hazards.
- Act as an environmental lead for the construction team.
- Act as a resource to construction personnel and explain environmental
regulations and how they are applied in the field.
- Verify that environmentally sensitive areas are properly marked and flagged
before work is done in the area.
- Coordinate daily with construction team to discuss upcoming construction
activities that are existing, potential problem areas and areas of concern.
- Inspect areas of concern and make appropriate recommendations to construction
personnel, as required.
- Complete daily and monthly environmental reports, including nest sweep
reports.
- Review field reports for consistency and accuracy.
- Support the preparation of environmental permits, when required.
- Coordinate with regulatory bodies, when required.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in Biology, Environmental Science, or related
field of study
- 5+ years professional experience as a Biologist, Environmental Monitor,
Environmental Inspector, Environmental Planner, or related role
- Experience related to pipeline, transmission line or renewable energy project
construction would be an asset.
- Experienced leading field work, and coordinating with various field teams
- Experience and knowledge related to other biophysical disciplines, such as
wetlands, vegetation, aquatics, etc. would be an asset.
- Designation or certification related to erosion and sediment control, such as
CPESC or CESSWI, would be an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills – data collection and
interpretation, technical report writing, regulatory permit applications,
client communications, etc.
- Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations and best management
practices
- Experience developing summary reports related to construction activities
and/or compliance status
- Experience with ESRI products, such as ArcGIS Pro, Survey 123 and Field Maps
would be an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal
supervision
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong
problem-solving skills
- Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Valid Driver’s License, with ability to maintain insurability under the
company’s insurance carrier
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, vacation time,
and disability insurance. Other benefits include an RRSP Savings Plan employer
matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a
variety of wellness programs.
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.
This position is remote; however, onsite work will be in Ontario
