Technical Lead, Environmental Compliance, Courtice

Technical Lead, Environmental Compliance

Location: Guelph or Oakville, Ontario (hybrid)• Salary: $122,000–$178,000 annually Key Responsibilities

Play a senior technical leadership role on Ontario’s most complex, high‑profile infrastructure projects. Be the trusted expert who guides owners, partners, and multi‑disciplinary teams through complex regulatory, permitting, and environmental scopes. Lead and mentor a growing team of specialists, elevating technical excellence and buildingcapacity across Canada.Provide technical oversight for all environmental components within alternative delivery pursuits and active projects, translating contractual requirements into practical strategies and executable plans. Lead the development and senior technical review of environmental deliverables (e.g., environmental management plans, discipline‑specific technical reports, monitoring reports) to ensure compliance with project agreements, schedules, and regulatory requirements.Advise design and construction partners on environmental risks, constraints, and mitigation measures. Ensure effective communication and engagement with clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and project partners, serving as a technical representative on environmental issues throughout project lifecycles.Support major pursuits, including strategy development, proposal preparation, technical methods, and risk registers. Oversee environmental compliance execution, including permitting pathways, regulatory approvals, monitoring programs, inspections, and corrective action processes. Mentor and direct project multi‑disciplinary teams and subconsultants, ensuring high‑quality deliverables, professional development, and consistent technical practices across projects.Identify risks and opportunities early, providing proactive guidance to project managers and other leaders to support informed, collaborative decision‑making and successful project delivery. Required Qualifications

15+ years of relevant experience with a proven track record of integrating environmental requirements into major infrastructure design and construction projects. Proven ability to lead technical strategy on major projects delivered under an alternative delivery model (e.g., P3, DB, Progressive, or similar), ideally across multiple sectors.Comprehensive understanding of environmental legislation, permitting requirements, and construction‑phase compliance requirements. Strong communicator and trusted advisor who can confidently engage clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, partners, and multi‑disciplinary teams. Leadership experience in complex, fast‑moving environments with a demonstrated ability to anticipate risks,solve problems creatively, and positively influence outcomes at both strategic and technical levels.Relationship‑building skills that enable strong client partnerships and contributions to business development and opportunity pursuits. Valid G‑class driver’s license. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental planning, urban planning, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge or technical working experience with Ontario Regulations 153/04 and 406/19. Experience with regulatory requirements such as the Environmental Assessment Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, and Environmental Protection Act. Ability to review design and construction drawings. Experience working with Metrolinx and the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO).Familiarity or working knowledge of ISO14001. Professional designations such as PMP, EP, P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Biol., RPBio., or similar. Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.How to Apply

Please apply directly to us. Third‑party agency applicants are not accepted at this time.

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