Environmental Planner / Regulatory Specialist

CCI Inc. is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm offering services in Pipeline & Facility Engineering, Geotechnical, Construction Management, Environmental, Forestry, Planning & Reclamation, Well pads & Access Roads and Pipeline Integrity. Since 2004, we have established ourselves as experts in Trenchless Technology and Open-Cut pipeline construction methods. We are a driving force in the continuing advancement of trenchless installations.

CCI Core Values

  • Operate with Integrity
  • Service With Intention
  • Commitment, Collaboration, Innovation

As CCI Inc. has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 12th year in a row, now is the best time to join our winning team!

Location: Cochrane, Alberta 

Summary of Position: The Environmental Planner’s primary focus will be to support projects through desktop assessments and constraints reporting, designing and implementing project-specific fieldwork to complete studies, surveys and assessments, leading or assisting regulatory applications, leading or assisting permit applications, completing compliance notifications and reporting, and coordinating and overseeing multiple disciplines during project execution. The candidate will be expected to participate in team and independently based work. The candidate will also be expected to support the implementation of CCI’s Health, Safety and Environment policies and develop and follow safety plans during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation. 

Accountabilities:

  • Project management, coordination, and oversight on a wide range of projects;
  • Have a working knowledge of and keep up to date with applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulations in AB and BC related to oil and gas, energy development, operations and forestry sectors;
  • Design, coordinate, support and conduct discipline-specific environmental assessments and surveys;
  • Compile, and analyze environmental survey data and prepare technical reports
  • Prepare environmental background reports, construction recommendation reports and environmental protection plans;
  • Prepare regulatory applications and lead or assist regulatory permitting and approvals processes;
  • Participate in construction planning, providing advice to ensure compliance with project requirements;
  • Participate in construction footprint planning, providing advice to ensure regulatory compliance;
  • Monitor and report on construction activities and compliance with applicable environmental requirements and commitments relevant to project construction and operations;
  • Satisfy project requirements, including regulatory and stakeholder commitments, regulatory conditions and regulatory reporting through the duration of a project;
  • Support the environmental and regulatory team and other divisions within CCI with technical guidance and environmental planning, permitting and coordination duties;
  • Review, manage and compile all project documentation;
  • Liaise with clients, construction personnel, stakeholders, and regulators.

Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. or B.Sc. in biology, agrology, or related field (or equivalent diploma with experience) with environmental planning related experience in Alberta and BC;
  • Professional Biologist (P.Biol.) with the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists or equivalent professional organization;
  • Eligible for professional designation under the Alberta Institute of Agrology, or equivalent professional organization;
  • Knowledgeable of environmental planning of pipeline, civil and road construction projects;
  • Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulatory requirements as it pertains to energy and transportation projects;
  • Experience supervising and coordinating field crews;
  • Valid Drivers License;
  • Professional demeanor;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
  • An excellent communicator and team-player, able to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a positive attitude;
  • Detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills;
  • Willingness to learn and take additional responsibilities; and

Other Assets (Skills and Training)

  • Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.) with the Alberta Institute of Agrology or equivalent considered an asset;
  • Experience conducting or assisting with wildlife sweeps and wildlife assessments in support of construction activities;
  • Experience conducting or assisting with biophysical surveys is an asset;
  • Experience planning, securing regulatory authorizations and overseeing compliance on linear development projects;
  • Experience conducting environmental monitoring or environmental inspection roles and tasks and construction and/or post-construction monitoring projects;
  • Experience using various software, including Word, Excel and ArcGIS;
  • Knowledge of Esri-based field and office products;
  • Technical writing; and
  • Safety training courses required to work in Alberta and BC.

Why Join Us

  • Be part of a transformative initiative that enhances project delivery success across multiple disciplines.
  • Work with a dedicated team of professionals in a collaborative environment.
  • Access resources and training programs to continuously advance your career.
  • Contribute to projects that align with CCI’s mission of commitment, collaboration, and innovation.

Benefits

  • CCI has competitive industry, extended health benefits and RRSP plans;
  • CCI supports our employees with professional development opportunities and payment of professional dues; and
  • Flexible work environment with opportunities to advance your career within CCI’s Group of Companies.

Work Environment

This position is a full-time role beginning immediately, based out of our Cochrane office. This role is office based with field presence as required, and the candidate must have the ability to travel to various job sites when needed, including some weekends.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please click the button below to apply:

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