Qualified Environmental Professional

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Supporting a team of professionals, the Qualified Environmental Professional leads field-based environmental projects across Northern British Columbia and Alberta.

The QEP is accountable for delivering on the technical components of client commitments while protecting brand and financial performance. This role oversees all phases of environmental field programs – planning, coordinating, and execution – ensuring technical reporting, regulatory submissions, and project documentation are delivered on time and within scope.

This role includes supervising junior field staff and contractors, driving high-quality results while supporting team development, client relationships, and business growth.

COMPANY VALUES

• Integrity First

• People & Family Matter

• Respect for Indigenous Priorities

• Bridging Industry & Communities

• Regional Expertise

ACCOUNTABILITIES & DELIVERABLES

Deliverable 1: Production 

• Maintain a minimum bi-weekly billable rate of 90% of work hours dedicated to project activities, with the remaining 10% allocated to professional development, process development, and other non-billable office duties. 

Deliverable 2: Project Delivery

• Lead or review 100% of high-risk or complex project deliverables.

• Submit weekly reports within 2 business days

• Submit completion reports within 14 days of project completion.

• Maintain less than 5% reporting revision rate due to technical errors. 

• Use the proper document control processes to manage communication. 

Deliverable 3: Client Service 

• Client surveys in project status reports must average a score of 8 out of 10. Any score of less than 8 triggers a call from the company owner. 

• Monitor subcontractors and employees for appropriate and professional communication and behaviour. 

• Pursue an efficient and timely project closure to ensure referrals and positive reviews are given within the project community. 

Deliverable 4: Administrative Tracking Systems 

• Maintain daily data entry in the company’s administrative and project tracking systems and complete 100%, including:

  • Harvest – time and expense entry system

  • FieldShare – project management system

  • WorkHub – health and safety management system

  • SharePoint – document management system

  • Othe systems as required

• Contribute to 5+ technical improvements or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) annually.

• Support stakeholder relationships and communication plan.

• Lead onsite team meetings, safety meetings, and submit all required safety documentation to the Office Manager.  

Deliverable 5: Training & Professional Development 

• Maintain an average 3/5 on Project Manager SOP Competency Models.

• Support positive employee relations and company culture through accountability of employee adherence to policies and procedures.

• Support junior staff through mentoring, professional development, team meetings, and Goal Setting and Review (GSR) meetings. Competency Models in each role’s SOPs are the benchmark used to determine where knowledge, skill or training gaps exist in an employee’s development.

• Foster an environment where company values are held paramount.

• Maintain continuous professional development of QEP career through GSR meetings with the company owner, membership(s) in professional organizations recognized in the province of BC, and enrollment in industry related technical courses.

SKILL SET & EXPERIENCE

Qualified Environmental Professional

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Professional designation (e.g., P.Biol., R.P.Bio., P.Ag., P.Eng.) or eligibility for registration.

• 5+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience including fieldwork, data interpretation, technical writing and reporting. 

• Strong working knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulations and regional Indigenous restoration frameworks.

• History of working in the BC oil & gas or northern Canadian resource sector.

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel occasionally for fieldwork

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

• Plan, coordinate, and execute environmental field programs, including:

  • Construction environmental monitoring

  • Remediation and reclamation projects

  • First Nations and industry pre-engagement assessments

• Prepare technical reports, regulatory submissions, and project documentation

• Oversee environmental monitoring and data collection for soil, water, wildlife, and vegetation programs

• Supervise contractors and subcontractors

• Mentor and support the professional development of junior staff  

• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and project success

• Support business development and proposal preparation 

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company health, safety, and environmental standards

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience, qualifications, and professional designation, plus overtime opportunities:

  • Hourly Rate Range: $32 to $60

  • Salary Range Equivalent (before overtime): $66,560 to $124,800

• Comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, and disability coverage, and paid professional association dues

• Hybrid work environment, consisting of fieldwork and work from home model with regional travel, as required

• Company vehicle or mileage provided

• Starting entitlement of two (2) weeks’ paid vacation, with flexible scheduling and unpaid leave options available during slower operational periods

• Professional development and leadership growth, including access to training, mentorship opportunities, leadership development, and support for continuing education and certifications

• Supportive and collaborative team culture, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing

• Meaningful and rewarding work, contributing to environmental protection and responsible resource development across Northern British Columbia and Alberta

• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate