Environmental Project Manager, Major Projects

Environmental Project Manager, Major Projects

OUR PURPOSE

To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.

At Montrose we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

WHO WE ARE

One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients

WHAT WE DO

We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

Are you looking to…

• Lead and manage environmental work on some of the most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects in Ontario
• Shape how environmental management scopes are integrated into design and construction
• Work in a collaborative project delivery environment
• Grow your career by managing multi-disciplinary teams

As an Environmental Project Manager, Major Projects, you will join our Guelph or Oakville, Ontario office (hybrid) as part of our Alternative Delivery team working closely with the Montrose Project Management Office.

The successful applicant will be a key contributor to Montrose’s established and growing portfolio of environmental services for major infrastructure projects. Through both project delivery and opportunity pursuits, the Environmental Project Manager will help expand our presence in the market while ensuring the successful execution of challenging, multi-disciplinary environmental scopes. The Environmental Project Manager will collaborate closely with internal and external subject matter experts to meet the needs of large, fast-paced projects across the region. In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage environmental work packages on major infrastructure projects in Ontario in accordance with project agreements and schedules
• Provide leadership across planning, design, permitting, and construction
• Collaborate with clients, engineering partners, owners, regulatory bodies, and subconsultants to integrate environmental requirements into project design and execution
• Engage and liaise with regulators and stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal project team across disciplines, including engineers, scientists, hydrogeologists, and ecologists
• Manage and oversee subcontractors and partners, such as environmental drillers, specialty consultants, and field services teams
• Apply strong project controls skills, including scope definition, forecasting, and budgeting
• Develop strong client relationships within the infrastructure sector in Ontario and across Canada
• Lead and contribute to opportunity pursuits, including bid strategy, proposal preparation, work plans, schedules, and cost estimates for multi-disciplinary major projects
• Work closely with Montrose’s Project Management Office, ensuring alignment with PMO standards, best practices, and project risk management.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience with a proven track record of delivering multi-disciplinary environmental scopes on large infrastructure projects
• Deep understanding of environmental permitting, regulatory frameworks, and technical requirements relevant to design and construction projects
• Strong leadership and coordination skills, capable of leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience working on major projects delivered under an alternative delivery model (e.g., P3, DB, Progressive, or similar) with the ability to navigate fast-paced, collaborative environments
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities, including working with clients, owners,  regulators, Indigenous communities, and partner firms
• Advanced project controls skills, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and change management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and partners while maintaining quality and safety standards
• A relationship builder who can develop strong client partnerships and contribute to business development and opportunity pursuits
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills, with the ability to anticipate issues, identify risks and implement practical solutions
• A valid class G driver’s license is required
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental planning, urban planning, environmental science, engineering, or a related field is required

The following would be considered an asset:

• Knowledge or technical working experience with Ontario Regulations 153/04 and 406/19
• Knowledge and working experience with regulatory requirements such as the Environmental Assessment Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, and Environmental Protection Act
• Experience working with Metrolinx and the Ministry of Transportation (MTO)
• Familiarity or working knowledge of ISO 14001
• Professional designations such as PMP, EP, P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Biol., RPBio., or similar

Why Choose Montrose?

At Montrose you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live shared mission and principles and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with an salary range of $95,000-$140,000 annually, starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

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Are you the one we're looking for?  Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.

Montrose is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Montrose provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.

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While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.