Environmental Planner

Parsons Corporation•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$30 - CA$54•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic intermediate-level Environmental Planner to support its Infrastructure business. This role involves working with senior planners, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to Environmental Assessment (EA) projects, including Municipal and Transit projects, and Environmental Impact Statements/Environmental Effect Evaluations for municipal, provincial, and federal projects. The position is part of the Critical Infrastructure team, which focuses on designing and delivering critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities. Parsons is a flexible employer and is open to staff being mapped to offices in the Greater Toronto Area (Toronto, Oakville, Markham, London).

Requirements

3+ years of experience
Post-secondary education in any of: planning, environmental science/studies, biology/ecology, geography, or related field
Strong organizational and communication skills
Working knowledge of Environmental Assessments including Municipal Class EA, Transit Project Assessment Process, Canadian Impact Assessment Act, Ministry of Transportation Class EA Process
Experience in the Ontario market with a focus on infrastructure projects (local/regional municipalities, MTO, Metrolinx, TTC)
Familiar with environmental permitting and approvals process
Strong technical writing skills
Knowledge of local, provincial and federal environmental policies, legislation and applicable law

Nice To Haves

Membership (candidate status or full membership) in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (RPP) and Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) or the ability to gain candidate status is considered an asset
French language considered an asset

Responsibilities

Be involved in a range of infrastructure projects including report writing, evaluation of alternatives, impact assessment and development of project consultation programs
Assist with proposal preparation
Client Liaison
Coordination of subconsultants
Lead/coordinate EA processes