Project Manager, Environmental Assessment and Impact Study

Groupe Conseil UDA is looking for a project manager in environmental assessment and impact study to complete its multidisciplinary team composed of agricultural, forestry and geological engineers, agronomists, biologists, geographers, geomatics specialists and specialized technicians. As a project manager, the person will be called upon to lead and carry out environmental and social impact studies, ministerial authorization applications and other environmental mandates. The projects target, among others, the energy, industrial and mining sectors.

The position can be attached to one of our offices (Quebec or Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu) or telework up to 100% of the time depending on the candidate's autonomy.

PERMANENT - FULL TIME / PROFILE: $80,000 TO $125,000 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Why choose us?

For our human-scale work culture and climate that is both pleasant and enriching in terms of developing skills in the environment, agriculture, forestry and hydrogeology, where people can exercise their passion in varied and stimulating project contexts, and where their contribution is recognized and valued;
For our multitude of career opportunities to continue to evolve and develop yourself, in an environment conducive to professional growth (personalized training, development and skills acquisition plan);
For our significant contribution to the success of development projects in Quebec by ensuring compliance with applicable environments and regulations;
For our competitive compensation and our range of comprehensive employee benefits (group insurance plan, pension plan, telemedicine, PAEF, cell phone provided, reimbursement of professional association membership fees, reimbursement of mileage traveled according to internal policy, social club activities, etc.);
For our flexible working conditions aimed at balancing our professional and private lives (teleworking offered up to 100% of the time depending on the position, condensed schedule, annual leave, etc.).

Job Responsibilities

Actively contribute to the leadership of the department, including organizing weekly coordination and resource planning meetings;
Manage staff under his/her supervision, including but not limited to: coaching, supervising and developing staff skills, managing annual performance and developing individual development plans;
Plan, direct and monitor the completion of projects in accordance with UDA’s mandate and to the satisfaction of clients, the organization, team members and other stakeholders;
Manage and resolve technical, financial and human issues proactively and in a timely manner in order to limit potential deviations;
Carry out environmental and social impact studies;
Ensure the planning of all required work and the monitoring of mandates in progress (schedules and budgets);
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, approval authorities, project stakeholders and contractors;
Participate in the environmental permit and certificate of authorization application process;
Develop work-related protocols and estimate time and direct and indirect costs;
Plan and manage meetings both internally, with team members, and externally, with other stakeholders or subcontractors concerned;
Provide technical and regulatory expertise on projects;
Collaborate with all departments of the company to carry out projects;
Implementation of the occupational health and safety prevention program.

Keywords: project manager / project director / project manager / environment / site coordination / study / social acceptability / communication / ecology / biodiversity

Requirements and training

Hold a university degree in environment;
Have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience;
Good knowledge of laws and regulations;
Listen to the client's needs, enjoy taking on challenges, have initiative, have teamwork skills;
Leadership, initiative and interest in taking on challenges;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Previous experience in a consulting firm (important asset).

Note: The masculine is used for the sole purpose of lightening the text.