Project Manager, Occupational Hygiene

Project Manager, Occupational Hygiene

Edmonton, Alberta

Nichols Environmental (Canada) Ltd. (Nichols) is a full-service geo-environmental consulting and remediation firm that provides environmental and engineering solutions to a wide range of industrial, government and public sector clients. As we continue to grow across western Canada, we are looking for talented, motivated professionals to grow with us.

At Nichols, our work is guided by our core values of growth, respect, accountability, and flexibility. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to learn, take ownership of their work, respect diverse perspectives and adapt to new challenges. If you have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, you’ll find meaningful opportunities to build and advance your career with us.

Our Edmonton head office is currently recruiting for a full-time, permanent Project Manager to lead and support our Occupational Hygiene team. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Hygiene or related field;
• Must have ROH or ROHT (Registered Occupational Hygiene Technologist) certification or a CRST (Canadian Registered Safety Technician) certification;
• 5+ years’ of progressive experience in the occupational hygiene field, including hazardous building material assessments, abatement monitoring, and air quality sampling, preferably within a consulting environment;
• 3+ years of project management and/or leadership experience, including mentoring technical staff, managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within a consulting environment.
• Strong understanding of applicable Alberta legislation, occupational health and safety requirements, and industry best practices. Ability to complete work in British Columbia and Saskatchewan would be an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and driving experience is required (work-related travel will be compensated); and
• Ability to travel throughout Alberta and work out of town for periods of up to two weeks, depending on project needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the Occupational Hygiene team, including mentorship, technical guidance, workload planning, and performance development.
• Manage occupational hygiene and hazardous materials projects from proposal through completion, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are met.
• Review, approve, and provide QA/QC oversight for technical reports, assessments, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Coordinate with laboratories, contractors, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope development, and client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with company health and safety programs and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives for the Occupational Hygiene service line.
• Review and interpret data and contribute to technical reporting;
• Communicate effectively with team members and senior project managers;
• Safety training such as First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, TDG, Confined Space, Asbestos Worker Certificate and H₂S Alive is considered an asset.

In addition to a competitive compensation and benefits package, Nichols offers an engaging corporate culture grounded in a flexible and supportive work environment.

Nichols will challenge your technical capabilities while providing opportunities for diverse project experience. Significant growth potential exists within the organization for the right individual.

We encourage all candidates to apply directly on our website www.nichols.ca.