Environmental and Archaeological Project Manager
About The Position
SRLLP is seeking an experienced Environmental and Archaeological Project Manager to support ongoing Trans Mountain pipeline construction activities and oversee investigation activities for a newly proposed Trans Mountain project. This is a project-term leadership role responsible for providing environmental project management services on active pipeline construction projects, acting as SRLLP’s point of contact and communication conduit between Trans Mountain and construction teams on environmental matters, and supporting the execution of a large-scale, multi-crew archaeological assessment program, including staff onboarding, field resource planning and coordination, and liaising with key project personnel and Trans Mountain representatives. The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of construction, environmental compliance, and cultural resource management, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery aligned with SRLLP values and Simpcw stewardship priorities. Health and safety are core values at Simpcw Resources Group. This role is expected to demonstrate strong leadership in safety, regulatory compliance, and field execution.
Requirements
- Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Geography, Archaeology, or a related field.
- 10+ years of combined experience in environmental consulting, construction environmental management, cultural resource management or similar role.
- Demonstrated experience working on pipeline or large infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.
- Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary field programs and coordinating multiple crews.
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance in British Columbia.
- Experience with archaeological programs or cultural resource management is a strong asset.
- Experience working with Indigenous Nations and integrating stewardship priorities is highly valued.
- Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in both office and field environments, including active construction sites
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required
Nice To Haves
- Local candidates from the North Thompson region are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide environmental oversight and coordination for Trans Mountain construction activities.
- Act as SRLLP’s environmental lead interfacing with Trans Mountain representatives, contractors, and inspectors.
- Support implementation of environmental management plans, mitigation measures, and permit conditions during construction.
- Monitor environmental performance and compliance, including erosion and sediment control, watercourse protection, and site-specific mitigation.
- Coordinate environmental reporting, issue tracking, and resolution of non-compliance events.
- Participate in construction meetings, planning sessions, and daily/weekly coordination calls.
- Support integration of environmental requirements into construction sequencing and execution.
- Support the collaborative management and execution of the Trans Mountain Mainline Optimization Project Archaeological Impact Assessment.
- Oversee field execution, including mobilization, logistics, staffing, and equipment coordination for aspects of the shovel and auger testing program supported by SRLLP (e.g., field technicians, field supervisors, equipment operators, safety personnel).
- Coordinate with HSE personnel to ensure training, onboarding, and safety documentation requirements are met.
- Coordinate multiple field crews (up to 10 concurrent crews) and ensure alignment with productivity targets and client priorities.
- Support deployment of crews operating on rotational schedules (e.g., 10-days-on / 4-days-off).
- Track project scope, schedule, budget, and monitor productivity metrics and adjust field execution strategies as required.
- Provide regular updates to Trans Mountain, partners, and internal leadership on progress, risks, and findings.
- Ensure timely delivery of client submissions (e.g., time tickets, progress reports) and other daily reporting requirements (e.g., field reports, timesheets, safety documentation).
- Ensure compliance with ISNetworld (ISN), site safety protocols, and regulatory safety standards.
- Support adaptive planning in response to weather, access, or findings.
- Coordinate, as appropriate, with Indigenous Communities and Nations, including Simpcw First Nation, on archaeological matters specific to the project.
- Support Trans Mountain in addressing regulatory and stakeholder inquiries related to environmental and archaeological scopes
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunity under a leadership role to contribute to major infrastructure and archaeological programs within Simpcw Territory
- A positive, collaborative, and safety-focused team environment
- Meaningful work supporting environmental stewardship and cultural resource protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
