Environmental Professional – Intermediate or Senior (Engineer/Geoscientist/Geologist)

Clifton, an award-winning engineering and environmental consultancy, opened its doors in 1978. The goal was simple: provide innovative and pragmatic solutions to help our clients build our communities. Nearly 50 years later, we are now one of the largest and most respected independent engineering firms in Western Canada. Clifton is continuing to grow and develop new markets.

At Clifton, you become part of a professional community that thrives on the contributions of junior and seasoned team members alike. Seasoned experts invest heavily in junior members, mentoring them in both the technical and non-technical aspects of their role, helping them to advance their careers. Our new team members bring fresh ideas and contribute to the multiple perspectives from which we view challenges. This promotes the innovation and agility that keeps us thriving.

We value our people and encourage work-life balance. We offer a compensation package with a competitive salary, a pension plan, health benefits, and one of the most comprehensive employee assistance programs in the industry.

Clifton is currently searching for experienced Environmental Professionals to join our Site Assessment and Remediation team. We are considering candidates at either the Intermediate or Senior level, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities. In this role, you will lead soil and groundwater investigations and remediation programs, manage client relationships and expectations, prepare and professionally stamp technical reports, develop proposals, support business development, train and mentor staff, and contribute to the success of our environmental projects and teams. The opportunity is intended for professionals with approximately five (5) to fifteen (15) years of experience executing, coordinating, and managing contaminated site assessment and remediation projects. Ideally, candidates will be located in Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, or Saskatoon; however, we are also open to qualified remote candidates located elsewhere in Alberta or Saskatchewan.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting technical document reviews, interpreting environmental data, and designing soil, groundwater, and soil vapour assessment, delineation, and remediation programs.
• Managing the full project lifecycle for Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, groundwater monitoring and sampling programs, soil vapour assessments, and remediation programs, including scope, schedule and budget management, subcontractor coordination, field staff direction, health and safety requirements, and project close-out.
• Serving as the primary day-to-day client contact in the overall technical and administrative management of their environmental projects.
• Liaising with regulators and stakeholders on behalf of clients.
• Leading project teams and providing technical oversight, direction, and support to professionals and technicians performing project-related office and field work.
• Preparing and professionally stamping technical reports, preparing proposals, and conducting peer reviews of professional work products.
• Training and mentoring staff in the proper execution of field activities and use of equipment.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships and supporting the group’s business development activities.
• Acting as a safety leader and champion for Clifton’s health and safety program.
• Ensuring adherence to Clifton’s Quality Management System (QMS) in project delivery, including contracts management.
• Other duties, as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related geoscience field.
• Current registration as a Professional Engineer, Professional Geoscientist, or Licensee with APEGA or APEGS; or as a Qualified Environmental Professional with another applicable professional organization (e.g. Professional Biologist, Chemist, or Agrologist). Candidates registered in another Canadian jurisdiction must be eligible for professional registration in Alberta or Saskatchewan.
• Approximately five (5) to fifteen (15) years of direct experience in contaminated site assessment and management.
• Proven ability to independently manage contaminated site assessment and remediation projects from initiation through completion.
• Direct field experience with intrusive investigations, including borehole drilling, soil sampling and logging, and groundwater monitoring well installation, development, monitoring and sampling. Soil vapour probe installation and sampling experience is an asset.
• Technical report writing experience as the primary author, including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, management plans, monitoring reports, and remediation-related reports.
• Technical knowledge of soil, groundwater and soil vapour assessment methods, with an interest in further developing expertise in risk management, risk assessment, and remediation.
• Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, lead project teams, and effectively delegate project tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and maintaining safe work environments.

The Clifton Difference

We believe that our employees are the cornerstone of our success and the heartbeat of our operations. United by our core values, we're not just offering a job; we're offering an opportunity to be part of a diverse and technically excellent team that values professional growth and personal well-being. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

• Competitive Compensation: We believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work with a fair compensation package that is competitive within the industry.
• Inclusive Benefits: We provide a robust selection of benefits, covering health, dental, life, disability, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program to protect you and your family’s well-being and provide support when you need it most.
• Future-Focused Savings: Benefit from our defined pension plan with a 5% employer match and take advantage of our voluntary RRSP, RESP, and TFSA options to help you secure your financial future.
• Investing in Our People: The integrity of our profession and the quality of our work depend on the quality of our people. So, we invest heavily in our people’s growth at every career stage. From tuition reimbursement to mentorship programs, we champion your professional development by providing you with the guidance and resources to navigate your career path successfully.
• Work-life Balance: We offer flexible and hybrid work options, for many of our roles, empowering you with the flexibility to balance work with your lifestyle.
• Social Events & Team Building: Whether it's local office gatherings, company-wide celebrations, or client-focused events, we are all about bringing people together and creating a vibrant workplace where fun and professional life intersect.

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All applicants must be legally eligible to work for Clifton in Canada.

Clifton is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. Our goal is to build teams that mirror the richness of the communities we serve, valuing the diverse perspective and unique contributions of everyone; therefore, we warmly welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, and other historically underrepresented groups and encourage you to let us know if you require accommodation through the interview process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. You will be evaluated on the relative degree to which you meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the position assignment.

Join us and be part of the Clifton Difference.