Senior Environmental Planner/Professional

Title: Senior Environmental Professional, Planning Location: Grande Prairie, AB Direct Report: Manager, Planning Division Our client provides environmental, archaeology, and regulatory expertise across Western Canada supporting clients in upstream and midstream oil and gas, municipal infrastructure, Indigenous communities, utilities, forestry, and commercial/industrial sector projects. A full-scale service provider experienced to deliver pre-construction assessment, planning and permitting, construction, post-construction restoration, and services across multiple sectors. Our client is seeking a motivated Senior Environmental Planner/Professional experienced in the environmental consulting or upstream oil and gas industry to join our team and assist in our continued growth and diversification. The successful candidate will be responsible as the primary internal and external point of contact for the management of client portfolio(s) including, but not limited to: all environmental application requirements, front-end environmental assessments, and environmental inspections required to support a project from conception through to construction. Role and Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to: Project Management Project planning, coordination, and management Client Management Supervision and mentorship of field and office staff as required Data interpretation, analysis, and reporting Budget preparation and control Maintenance of client relationships Regulatory and third-party stakeholder interactions Participation in company and client-specific health and safety programs Technical Support Maintain a strong understanding and knowledge of Alberta and/or BC regulatory framework. Technical oversight and input on a variety of pre-development site assessments, wellsites, facilities, and pipelines Provide technical support for pre-development stream, wetland, wildlife, soil, and vegetation assessments. Complete preliminary desktop reviews and provide route planning and wellsite/facility siting guidance. Support field staff on environmental monitoring and construction supervision projects Provide technical support for Water Sustainability Act applications. Mentor and train junior staff NOTE: This role would fulfill immediate requirements within the Planning group and does not apply to reclamation and remediation (e.g., Phase 1, 2 assessments ). Qualifications: University degree or diploma from a recognized institution with a specialty in environmental science, biology, agrology, or geoscience Minimum of eight years of environmental consulting or industry experience Professional designation or potential to obtain a professional designation from a professional association in Alberta and/or British Columbia (e.g., AIA, BCIA ASPB, etc.) Proficient in Alberta and/or BC regulations and guidelines related to environmental planning and inspection. Strong analytical and technical writing skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary project team environment. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail Ability to take initiative and ownership and work independently. Excellent multitasking and problem-solving skills Minimum of five years of supervisory experience. Benefits include, not limited to: Competitive salary Employer-paid Comprehensive Extended Health & Dental benefits Health & Wellness Spending Accounts Paid Sick Days Flex and Loyalty Days Free onsite parking Frequent team-building events Fun office culture and upbeat environment Education and Professional Development incentives Professional Dues Reimbursement PPE Allowance (job-specific)