Consultant, Assistant Project Manager (Environmental)

ERM•Vancouver, BC

3d•CA$73,161 - CA$94,217•Hybrid

About The Position

At ERM, you won’t just support projects - you’ll help deliver solutions that shape how industries manage environmental responsibility across Canada and around the world. As a Consultant, Assistant Project Manager (Environmental) you’ll join a global leader in environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting, working alongside world‑class experts who influence some of the country’s most meaningful environmental initiatives. The position is based in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, or Smithers; however, qualified candidates located in Kimberley, Fernie, Sparwood (BC), or the Crowsnest Pass (AB) will also be considered. In this role, you will plan an active role in projects that help clients in mining, energy, and other sectors meet environmental standards and navigate complex assessment and permitting requirements. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team while supporting major field programs and contributing to high quality deliverables that reflect ERM’s international standards of excellence. You will directly support Project Managers by maintaining schedules, tracking budgets, coordinating field logistics, and contributing to the delivery of technical documentation. Your ability to troubleshoot, stay organized, and communicate effectively will help ensure successful project outcomes across multiple client portfolios. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving and thrives in a multistakeholder environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
2+ years of consulting or environmental industry experience.
Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to follow direction while taking initiative when needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to shifting priorities, and work independently in a deadline driven environment.
Demonstrated financial literacy, with the ability to support project controls activities such as budget tracking, cost forecasting, invoicing support, and understanding project financial performance.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the mining or energy sector.
Exposure to environmental assessment, permitting, and/or field programs.
Experience with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet).
Familiarity with budget tracking and invoicing support.
Experience collecting environmental field data (e.g., wildlife, ecology, soils, wetlands, aquatic biology, hydrology).
Experience coordinating events, deliverables, or cost tracking.
Project Management Professional (PMP), or other related certification, is also an advantage.
Bilingual in English and French and/or Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality project coordination support across multiple deadline driven tasks
Track project budgets, maintain accurate financial records and contribute to invoicing
Support the development and maintenance of project schedules
Support preparation of proposals and related documentation
Work across multiple projects within defined scope, budget, and schedule expectations
Compile, review, and interpret project performance data; assist in preparing progress reports
Coordinate field schedules, logistics, and related support activities
Contribute to health and safety planning and help ensure safe work execution
Build strong, collaborative working relationships across ERM’s disciplines