Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for an Environmental Manager to join our team.

At Peter Lucas we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

We are seeking a Construction Environmental Manager to support a major mining project. Reporting to the Program Manager (with a dotted line to the Operations Environment Manager), this role will lead environmental oversight during construction.

You will be responsible for managing environmental personnel and ensuring all project activities comply with regulatory requirements, permits, and environmental management plans.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and coordinate a team of Qualified Environmental Persons (QEPs) and Construction Environmental Monitors (CEMs)
Ensure all team members are properly trained and qualified
Confirm understanding of project permits and environmental management plans
Oversee daily environmental inspection reporting and documentation
Support and coordinate Indigenous Land Guardians on site
Participate in construction planning and align environmental resources with project timelines

Compliance & Monitoring

Ensure environmental monitoring is conducted in accordance with the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)
Conduct regular site audits to ensure regulatory and permit compliance
Lead investigations into environmental incidents, non-compliance, and spills
Exercise authority to suspend work if required and notify the Chief Inspector within 12 hours

Reporting & Data Management

Compile and report environmental data (daily, weekly, monthly)
Collaborate with permitting and reclamation teams
Support soil management activities including grubbing and stripping

Please note - This is a site-based opportunity, Monday to Friday, in Princeton BC.

Requirements

Familiarity with environmental regulations including Environmental Management Act (EMA)
Familiarity with Mines Act
Familiarity with Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines in BC.
Familiarity with Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER)
Familiarity with Water Sustainability Act.
Familiarity with Fisheries Act.
Familiarity with Migratory Birds Convention Act.
Working knowledge of Construction Environmental Monitoring Plans.
Working knowledge of ML/ARD Plans.
Working knowledge of Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.
Experience managing environmental teams on large-scale construction or mining projects.
Strong understanding of environmental compliance, monitoring, and reporting requirements

Benefits

Health & Dental Benefits.
Company Pension Matching

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.

Peter Lucas

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