JOB DESCRIPTION

At AECOM , we’re delivering a better world. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we believe that infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving commutes, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps communities thrive. Join our team of 47,000 professionals united by a common purpose: to deliver a better world.
We seek an enthusiastic, team-oriented Environmental Project Manager to join our Assessment and Remediation team in at either AECOM’s Mississauga, Markham, or Kitchener office with hybrid work permitted. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the industrial, mining, waste management, oil and gas, municipal, provincial, and federal sectors working with multi-discipline engineering teams.

The role will be a combination of project management, job scoping and technical work delivery, though the work can/may vary based on the applicant’s experience and career aspirations.

• This position is ideally suited to an Intermediate to Senior Environmental Professional with technical and project management strengths and experience in Phase I/One and Phase II/Two ESAs, Remediation and Excess Soil Planning projects.
• This position requires excellent written and spoken communication skills, budgeting, organizational and time management skills, flexibility to work on a range of projects, and a positive attitude. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team, clients, site personnel and office management, and have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a project team.
• The successful candidate will rigorously apply safety policies and procedures and will effectively manage the quality of field efforts and project deliverables within the bounds of the AECOM Quality Management System.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical, Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum +six (6) years of experience in contaminated sites, environmental remediation and/or reclamation projects.
• Proposal writing, job scoping and project plans.
• Familiarity with local, provincial and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements, particularly the Ontario Regulation 153/04 and 406/19 Excess Soil
• Proven experience managing Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments.
• At least 3 years of proven project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
  Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years of relevant industry experience.
Professional designation (P.Eng. or P.Geo.) in Ontario or the ability to become a Qualified Person, Environmental Site Assessment (QPESA), as per Ontario Regulation 153/04
Experience with regulatory applications and documentation in Ontario.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and client management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
Willingness to adopt and learn digital tools, including AI-based solutions.
Positive, proactive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and project management expertise on environmental assessment, on-site and excess soil management and remediation projects.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Develop strategic proposals and budgets for new opportunities and for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and request for tender (RFT).
• Serve as the client liaison, ensuring strong relationships and high client satisfaction.
• Communicate regularly with regulators, clients, and AECOM internal technical teams (ie. geotechnical, hydrogeological, civil, water, transportation and structural).
• Prepare and review technical reports, regulatory submittals, and project documentation.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, fostering a culture of safety and excellence.
• Supervise subcontractors, field staff, and multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Exhibit personal safety leadership in all aspects of project execution.

The role will be a combination of project management, job scoping and technical work delivery, though the work can/may vary based on the applicant’s experience and career aspirations.

• This position is ideally suited to an Intermediate to Senior Environmental Professional with technical and project management strengths and experience in Phase I/One and Phase II/Two ESAs, Remediation and Excess Soil Planning projects.
• This position requires excellent written and spoken communication skills, budgeting, organizational and time management skills, flexibility to work on a range of projects, and a positive attitude. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team, clients, site personnel and office management, and have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a project team.
• The successful candidate will rigorously apply safety policies and procedures and will effectively manage the quality of field efforts and project deliverables within the bounds of the AECOM Quality Management System