Environmental Manager

Who We Are:
At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset. 

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

As an Environmental Manager, you will play a key role in preparing and submitting environmental permit applications for new renewable energy and storage facilities working with a team of experienced development professionals and external consultants. You will also compile and prepare environmental reports for regulators, track environmental metrics, and support facility improvement and construction projects by aiding with environmental matters within a multidisciplinary team.
This role will be based in Toronto, and you will be expected to work from our corporate office a minimum of 3 times a week in line with our hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and obtain necessary environmental permits, including but not limited to NEPA compliance, Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Endangered Species Act consultations, and state/local environmental approvals.
• Conduct regulatory analyses to determine project-specific permitting requirements.
• Develop and submit applications, liaising with agencies and stakeholders to ensure timely approvals.
• Work closely with project development teams to integrate environmental considerations into project design and timelines.
• Maintain project schedules and track permitting milestones to support overall project timelines.
• Oversee environmental site assessments, impact studies, and field surveys conducted by consultants or internal teams.
• Review and interpret technical reports (e.g., wetland delineations, wildlife studies) to identify potential risks and mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including public meetings and community outreach, as needed.
• Ensure adherence to permit conditions during construction and operations.
• Support the preparation of compliance reports and audits.

Who You Are:

• Methodical and Organized: You naturally work in a methodical way and relish the opportunity to add structure and order to your work. This will help with the competing priorities you will be managing.
• Detail-Oriented: Your solid attention to detail and accuracy will ensure that your work is always of a high standard.
• Collaborative: You build relationships and enjoy working as a part of a cross-functional team to get things done.
• Analytical: You think strategically and can translate complex data into concise analyses and recommendations. You will follow up with others where needed to ensure outstanding information or actions are complete.
• Independent: You are an independent thinker and naturally set your own timescales and milestones to ensure you meet your objectives. You know when you need to ask for help and are comfortable doing so.
• A Strong Communicator: You have exceptional oral and written communication skills and are able to articulate your analyses in a clear and concise manner.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in environmental permitting, compliance, or project development for renewable energy or other infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, including NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and state-specific permitting processes.
• Ability to understand technical aspects of the construction and operation of electricity generating facilities.
• Previous experience in conducting environmental audits and managing environmental data. Familiarity with environmental management systems and compliance reporting is a great asset.
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitments. 

Disclaimer

This document is a guide. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.

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