Environmental Project Manager

KBL Environmental•Yellowknife, NT

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

KBL Environmental is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead a variety of office and field-based environmental projects. This role involves managing project budgets and schedules, collaborating with clients and regulators, supporting field crews, and ensuring projects run smoothly and safely. The position also contributes to bidding new work, developing cost estimates, and mentoring team members.

Requirements

University degree or college diploma in Environmental Sciences or a related field
Hands-on experience in environmental site assessment, remediation, and sampling (soil, water, air)
Comfortable working independently, solving problems in the field, and adapting to changing project needs while keeping timelines and budgets on track
Strong communication skills to work effectively with clients, regulators, First Nations, subcontractors, and internal teams
Ability to perform physically demanding field work, including lifting up to 100 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in challenging outdoor conditions
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to multiple project sites across the North, including remote locations
Willingness to work both in the office and in the field, with exposure to weather, dust, noise, mud, water, and other site conditions
A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to remote project locations
First Aid and WHMIS/TDG certifications (or willingness to complete training provided by KBL)

Nice To Haves

Professional designations (P.Ag, RT.Ag, CET, PMP, EP)

Responsibilities

Manage environmental projects from planning through completion, including budgets, schedules, reporting, and overall project performance
Coordinate with clients, regulators, internal teams, subcontractors, and field crews to meet project and compliance requirements
Prepare cost estimates, budgets, work plans, and proposals for new and existing project opportunities
Oversee field activities, site safety, sampling programs, and compliance monitoring to ensure work is completed safely and to regulatory standards
Lead, support, and mentor field staff through training, task delegation, and ongoing project communication