Senior Technical Lead – Remediation

Overview

As Senior Technical Lead – Remediation in Halifax, you will steer environmental assessments and cleanup efforts for a broad range of clients. You will shape project direction, mentor staff, and maintain strong client and regulator relationships to deliver compliant, impactful remediations. You’ll work within a global firm that supports local growth across energy, mining, and municipal sectors. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to strengthen Atlantic Canada’s environmental resilience and your leadership in the field.

Pay / Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• medical coverage
• dental and vision
• life and AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off and leaves of absence

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and define strategy for environmental assessments and remediation projects
• Serve as primary client liaison to maintain strong relationships and high satisfaction
• Oversee technical delivery and guide decisions while developing team members
• Maintain regular communications with regulators, clients, and internal teams
• Articulate risks, challenges, and recommendations clearly
• Provide senior review on technical reports and regulatory submittals
• Mentor junior staff to foster technical excellence
• Demonstrate personal safety leadership on projects

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline
• Professional designation (P.Eng., P.Geo or similar) in Nova Scotia
• Qualified Professional for ESA in Nova Scotia
• Minimum 10 years of experience in environmental remediation and/or reclamation projects
• Proven experience providing technical oversight on contaminated site projects

• Excellent interpersonal and client management abilities
• Strong organizational skills
• Proactive, positive attitude in fast-paced environments
• Strong understanding of CCME and Atlantic RBCA environmental regulations and guidelines
• Experience with regulatory applications and documentation in Nova Scotia
• Technical oversight of contaminated site projects

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