Environmental Engineer-in-Training

Job Description

Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist/Agrologist/Technologist

The Environment TPO of AtkinsRéalis is a rapidly growing full-service consulting firm that is dedicated to responding to the changing needs of our clients. We are committed to providing solutions driven environmental services to assist clients in planning, managing and conducting their projects. Our growing organization is seeking like-minded individuals to join our Site Assessment and Remediation team.

Our commitment to excellence extends to our workplace where we offer a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, support for continuing education and professional development, and the opportunity to work with and learn from senior technical experts and professionals.

We have a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, and our team is committed to providing solution driven environmental services to help our clients in planning, managing and conducting their projects. Our growing organization needs motivated people to help us continue to grow, while maintaining the quality results our clients have come to expect.

With the above vision in mind, AtkinsRéalis is looking for career-oriented, intermediate-level project staff in our Saskatoon office.

This role will be based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Your role within the team:

Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist/Agrologist/Technologists are required to be the site supervisor leading field programs including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, remedial excavation, site demolition, and hydrogeological investigation. Other technical responsibilities may include assistance with training junior field staff, report preparation for peer review, and requesting for quote from subcontractors.

The Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist/Agrologist/Technologist responsibilities may include the following:

• Historical data review and subsequent site inspections.
• Preparing and Coordinating project documentation, permits, subcontractors and equipment of field program Groundwater monitoring and sampling.
• Hydraulic conductivity testing.
• Aquifer testing.
• Surface water sampling.
• Soil vapour sampling.
• Surface soil sampling.
• Oversite of drilling investigations.
• Installation of groundwater monitoring wells.
• Oversite of remedial excavations.
• Emergency Spill Response.
• Owner’s Engineer (site supervision; contractor management).
• Risk assessment.
• Photographic and written documentation of site activities.
• Communication with the Project Managers with project progress and budget.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Diploma or University Degree, in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Biology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, or relevant field.
• Diploma or Degree from a program with relevant subject matter.
• 3 to 5 years of work experience.
• Demonstrated technical skills in field activities related to Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) including soil and groundwater monitoring and sampling techniques, various drilling techniques, soil descriptions and terminology, and quality assurance / quality control.  Experience with remedial systems is desired but not required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, high energy, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time and multiple projects appropriately.
• Strong communication (verbal communication and technical writing) skills.
• Willing to undertake field work year-round and travel throughout Western Canada, at times for extended periods (weeks/months).
• Capable of understanding and appropriately applying prescribed safety and technical protocols.
• Optional declaration of aboriginal status.
• Candidates must possess a Valid Class 5 Full driver’s license with a clean driving record.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
 

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.