Directeur (trice) en Environnement – Province de Québec

Parsons Corporation • Montreal, QC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is a global leader in transportation infrastructure planning, engineering, and construction, including rail, road, airport, and bridge and tunnel projects. A recipient of numerous awards in infrastructure and works of art, Parsons is distinguished by the excellence of its achievements. As we continue our development in Quebec, we are preparing to take on major infrastructure challenges. We wish to strengthen our teams with candidates passionate about engineering, sharing our values of professionalism, ethics, flexibility, innovation, and sustainable development. Together, we are building landmark infrastructure for communities in Quebec, Canada, and around the world. Reporting to the Eastern Canada regional management, the Director, Environment – Province of Quebec will play a key role in the growth, development, and visibility of Parsons' environmental services across the province. This strategic position is for a recognized leader, capable of leveraging their industry expertise to ensure the planning, coordination, and excellence of environmental services for complex and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, particularly in the transportation, public transit, and mining sectors. The incumbent will also contribute to positioning Parsons with key clients such as the MTMD, Hydro-Québec, PJCCI, SDJB, and municipalities, by supporting the execution of major mandates and strengthening our presence in the Quebec market.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of experience as an environmental professional, including the execution of major and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Significant experience working for or with key clients in Quebec, particularly in the transportation, public transit, energy, municipal, or mining sectors.
• University degree in environmental sciences, engineering, urban planning, or any other relevant discipline.
• Recognized expertise in environmental assessments, impact studies, and environmental authorization processes, particularly for infrastructure projects in Quebec.
• Solid business development experience, including identifying opportunities, maintaining client relationships, and supporting mandate acquisition.
• Good knowledge of the environmental regulatory framework applicable in Quebec and its application in the context of infrastructure projects.
• French is required for permanent positions located in Quebec to ensure effective communication with local colleagues and partners.
• English is also required to communicate with stakeholders outside of Quebec and understand technical documentation related to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications are an asset, particularly in project management, environmental assessment, public consultation, sustainable development, or environmental management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure leadership and strategic planning to identify opportunities for expansion and growth of Parsons' environmental services in Quebec.
• Develop and maintain sustainable business relationships with key clients, including the MTMD, PJCCI, SDJB, Hydro-Québec, as well as cities and municipalities.
• Lead business development activities in environment in Quebec, focusing on relationships with key clients to identify new opportunities, support regional growth initiatives, and actively contribute to monitoring the business opportunities portfolio.
• Lead or contribute to the execution of multidisciplinary infrastructure projects as a project manager, technical expert, or key person.
• Oversee the preparation of environmental assessments, permit applications, technical studies, reports, and regulatory compliance strategies.
• Ensure a high level of quality for deliverables, technical rigor, and coordination with internal teams and sub-consultants.
• Participate in resource planning, expertise mobilization, and capacity building for the environmental team in Quebec.
• Provide recognized leadership in public consultation, relations with Indigenous communities, and stakeholder engagement on complex projects.
• Collaborate with teams across Canada to support mandates of national interest.

Benefits

• The possibility of contributing to the implementation and expansion of Parsons in Eastern Canada
• The opportunity to participate in major projects, in traditional and alternative modes, in Quebec, Canada, or elsewhere in the world, in hybrid mode (from your home and our Montreal or Quebec City offices)
• Exemplary supervision combined with broad autonomy, in a positive work environment
• Access and collaboration with high-level professionals in all areas of engineering ("Parsons Fellowship")
• Competitive compensation and benefits fully paid by the employer
• Reimbursement of your annual contribution to the OIQ or any other required professional association
• A pension plan with significant employer participation
• A referral bonus for recommending candidates
• Membership in a solid and well-established engineering company, while benefiting from an office on a human scale where growth opportunities are exponential (e.g., mentoring program)
• Health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director