Environmental Professional

Dillon Consulting Limited•St. John's, NL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our multidisciplinary team and put your love of the outdoors to work on meaningful, hands-on projects that improve the state of our environment. If you thrive on new challenges, are self-directed, and enjoy fieldwork in all seasons, you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for a curious problem-solver with a safety-first mindset, strong attention to detail, and the initiative to own tasks from start to finish. You will thrive in this role if you collaborate well, communicate effectively, adapt to changing site conditions, schedules, and project priorities, are comfortable with technology, and have a willingness to travel. In return, you’ll gain mentorship, training, and diverse project experience, with real opportunities to grow your skills and make a tangible impact for our clients and communities. Dillon’s Contaminant Assessment & Management discipline is looking for a Junior Environmental Professional (Environmental Engineer, Geoscientist OR Environmental Engineering Technician) to fill an existing vacancy within our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. At Dillon, we operate as one team. This position is available in St. John's. We offer a competitive compensation package and flexible work hours to help support the competing demands of work and personal life.

Requirements

A degree and/or diploma in Engineering, Geology, Geoscience, Ecology, Biology or Environmental Science or a related environmental discipline;
A minimum of 2 years of experience in environmental consulting will be an asset;
Ability to collect field data according to provincial and/or federal requirements;
A valid driver’s license;
Versatile, adaptable, and willing to conduct a variety of tasks;
Comfortable with use and operation of a 4X4 truck in an off-road environment;
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions;
Eligibility to register as a P.Eng., or P.Geo will be an asset.
Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation, regulations and guidelines;
Knowledge of general construction practices and environmental mitigation measures;
Experience in the collection of biological and physical field data;
Experience in conducting environmental baseline programs, environmental impact assessments and environmental site assessments would be considered an asset
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and ArcGIS would be considered an asset;
Proficient in data entry, data compilation and the management of databases;
Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint);
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills;
Proficient in the writing of technical reports.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and complete field programs for contaminated sites projects, including Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments, hydrogeological investigations, soil/groundwater/surface water/sediment/soil vapour sampling programs, and contaminated site remediation projects;
Complete documentation of field activities, site health and safety meetings, among others in paper and digital formats (as required);
Completion of activities including preparation of sampling plans, collection and compilation of field data, digital geo-referenced data, and completion of field notes;
Contribution to environmental monitoring tasks on construction and industrial sites;
Assist in preparation of environmental site assessment reports, including: compilation and analysis of data, borehole logs and test pit logs;
Assist with designated hazardous substance surveys including asbestos and lead sampling and assist in air emissions testing programs;
Operate, calibrate, and maintain project specific equipment;
Ability to work remotely for up to two weeks;
Ability to work overtime when required;
Ability to work alone in the field with guided direction or partial supervision.
Coordinate with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, third-party stakeholders;
Assist in report writing and preparation of technical memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and figures;
Providing assistance to project managers, engineers, environmental scientists and others on a variety of multidisciplinary design teams (including project engineers, planners, biologists, technologists, etc.), with the opportunity develop into a Project Manager.
Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development;
Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.