Environmental Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - Ledcor

Ledcor

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Summary:

Bring your experience as an Environmental Coordinator to our Woodfibre Project in Squamish, BC. You will perform monitoring and reporting duties associated with the Contractor Environmental Management Plan.

You will be working with the operations teams to ensure all work is completed within compliance of the project permits and client specifications.

You will work with consultants and subcontractors and will be responsible for all aspects regarding the safeguarding of the environment in the day to day operations.

Come join our True Blue team in BC

Essential Responsibilities:

Establish control measures that may impact air quality, land management, site inspection, waste management, water quality and wildlife management and all environmental matters and related issues in support of the project
Develop, administer, and maintain waste management plan (including hazardous wastes) for construction site including waste manifests, cradle to grave tracking, and overall plan administration in compliance with client expectations and applicable federal, provincial, and local regulations
Coordinate spill response and clean up for onsite spills
Prepare environmental progress reports, environmental work plans, erosion and sedimentation control plans, and other environmental documentation
Responsible for field supervision of contracted Environmental Monitors and the internal skilled labor team to ensure sediment and erosion control measures are appropriately executed.
Perform Environmental Hazard Assessments and develop Safe Work Practices and Best Management Practices when required by project team or client
Responsible for scheduling and monitoring activities to coincide with construction activities
Facilitate meetings and/or training sessions to ensure team is aware of the environmental protection plan and procedures
Maintain a full understanding of the environmental requirements, including necessary permits and authorizations, best management practices, and the requirements of the Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Work Plans are in place. Work with operations management and staff to ensure compliance with these plans
Work with clients, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, First Nations and special interest groups
Provide advice to the project supervisory team on the implementation of recommendations from environmental documentation, corrective actions/ resolutions, or issues that have an impact on the project including schedule
Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly reports are completed and submitted to project supervisory team and/or client representatives
Manage site environmental inspection records and photographs
Provide liaison between the environmental team and the construction teams. Provide liaison with environmental regulatory agencies and report nonconformance
Develop the project environmental response team and ensure implementation of measures to protect the environment as indicated in the project specifications

Qualifications:

Post-Secondary education in one of the Earth Sciences disciplines (i.e. Biology, Geography, Forestry, Agriculture), Environmental Engineering, or Diploma in Environmental Technology
35 years of combined education and experience in the delivery/management of an environmental compliance program
Experience in the construction industry will be an asset
Background in developing, monitoring and auditing environmental practices and performance
Extensive knowledge of relevant environmental and waste legislation, standards, and effective industry practices
Extensive knowledge of construction site erosion and sedimentation controls and BMP's

Work Conditions

Camp position
Shift schedule: 14 days on, 7 days off
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Company Description
The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America's most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now

Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.