Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant for either our Toronto or Ottawa office to play an active role in the continued development of Arup’s Environmental Consulting business. The successful candidate will be working with a creative, innovative, and self-motivated team of planners, engineers and multi-disciplinary colleagues in Ontario and across Canada as well as other Arup regions to support projects across a variety of sectors (commercial, government, institutional and transportation projects). They will complement our existing Environmental Consulting team by providing consulting services related to environmental impact assessment, environmental management and environmental compliance.

The role entails developing and leading the environmental services components of our projects, managing their own projects, and being supported by the wider team as necessary. The projects will be diverse and exciting ranging from building scale to larger infrastructure such as transit and bridges. This is an opportunity to participate in continuing to build a strong local team in Toronto and/or creating a new local team in Ottawa, with increased exposure and more responsibility early in the role.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

The opportunity

• Lead Environmental/Impact Assessment (EIA) work for various clients and projects; a strong knowledge of one or more EIA processes in Canada is necessary; this may include Federal, Comprehensive, Class (e.g. Municipal, Transmission Facilities) or others such as the Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process;
• Oversee both sub-consultants and internal staff in the completion of technical studies to support the EIA process including the compilation of technical material to produce study and project reports;
• Possess a strong technical understanding of the many environmental disciplines within the impact assessment process; this may include natural environment (aquatic, terrestrial, habitat, species at risk, wetlands, sensitive areas), socio-economic (noise and vibration, air quality, transportation and traffic) and cultural heritage (built heritage, archaeology);
• Support clients in planning stakeholder and Indigenous consultation during EA projects including preparing technical content for public meetings and with other interested parties;
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with sub-consultants, regulators, elected officials, public interest groups, Indigenous communities and other parties involved in our project work;
• Demonstrate superior interpersonal and negotiation skills in working with other entities, and addressing potentially contentious impacts associated with project work;
• Apply extensive experience and understanding of environmental legislation including the Environmental Assessment Act and many other regulatory requirements pertaining to the natural environment, species at risk, water, heritage, and resource management;
• Assist in advancing Arup’s corporate sustainability, environmental and climate related objectives including nature based solutions, emissions reduction and consideration of climate resiliency;
• Understand various procurement and delivery models including Private Public Partnerships, Design-Build, Collaborative models etc.;
• Ensure the planning and completion of post EIA obligations such as permits and approvals, and compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations during implementation and construction;
• Maintain and expand current knowledge of environmental best practices, monitor emerging legislation, new technologies, and changes to current environmental approval processes;
• Participate in professional technical committee work, for example: Professional Associations (e.g. OPPI/CIP, OAIA/IAIA);
• Be responsible for project management of multiple projects to ensure successful delivery on time and budget;
• Work to develop client relationships, pursuing new business opportunities and have experience developing proposals;
  

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Qualified professionals will have a Bachelors or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning or a related field,
• Proven track record of at least 10 years in the Environmental Consulting industry.
• A professional designation, or eligibility, in Canada such as MCIP/RPP, P.Eng., would be an asset.
• Must be comfortable undertaking business development activities with internal Arup colleagues and with external clients and partners.
• Experience in leading people within a technical group environment would be beneficial to the role.
• Have good communication skills essential for team-based working, excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment, and be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Be able to manage multiple projects through project planning, resourcing, budgeting, monitoring and successful project delivery.
• The applicant must be fluent in both written and spoken English. French language skills are an asset, particularly for a position in Ottawa.
  

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Toronto Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $130,000 to $140,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

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