Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO has been recognized domestically and internationally for the way it does business and the success it has had with its major projects, real estate services, infrastructure lending, commercial projects, and development mandate. IO delivers some of the most complex, ambitious commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve and expand its capabilities to maximize its public impact and deliver on its vision of creating a connected, modern and competitive Ontario.

Position Purpose:
The Environmental Manager leads the strategic planning and execution of environmental due diligence and assessments in support of government initiatives, including the management of government property and the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects. They serve as the technical lead for environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and enterprise risk management across IO and external partners. The role involves independently managing relationships with clients, regulators, and partners. Additionally, the manager advises senior leadership on environmental risks and policies and contributes to staff development within the division.

What You Will Do:

• Lead environmental assessments under the Environmental Assessment Act, Environmental Protection Act, and Government Property Class EA.
• Manage Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I & II), contaminated site investigations, and remediation planning and execution.
• Oversee environmental risk assessments and ensure alignment with regulatory standards and project goals.
• Integrate geotechnical considerations, such as soil stability, groundwater conditions, and subsurface risks, into project planning and risk assessments.
• Apply knowledge of related environmental disciplines, such as natural environment, water resources, air quality and noise, and cultural heritage, as they relate to Environmental Assessments and planning.
• Incorporate climate resilience and sustainability principles into environmental strategies and project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and develop environmental policies and procedures.
• Scope, procure, and review environmental deliverables for quality, compliance, and value.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and regulators to support project objectives.
• Monitor environmental performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support staff development and cross-functional collaboration.

What We Are Looking For:

• Post-secondary education in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field an asset.
• Extensive experience in Environmental Assessment (EA), site assessment, and remediation.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s environmental legislation and Class EA processes.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations and their application in infrastructure and redevelopment projects.
• Familiarity with related environmental disciplines relevant to EA and environmental planning (e.g. water, ecology, air & noise, heritage, climate resilience, sustainability).
• Knowledge of government procurement, contract negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

What We Offer:

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A defined contribution pension plan, where IO contributes the equivalent of 5% of a full-time employee’s annual salary, with an option for IO to match an additional 5% contribution made by the employee. IO also offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account, designed to help IO colleagues plan and save for their future.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more.
• A pregnancy and parental leave program that offers expecting, eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 31 weeks, and our parental leave program offers eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 15 weeks.
• Access to our $1000 Healthcare Spending Account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program and a Lifestyle Account that expands the eligibility of health and wellness options and can include coverage for gym memberships and fitness equipment, nutrition counselling or financial planning.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. IO will also cover the costs associated with up to two membership and license fees per year for eligible colleagues if directly related to the employee’s role.
• Access to a suite of virtual healthcare options to support non-urgent medical needs.
• A convenient, central location at 1 Dundas St West, easily accessible by public transit.

We offer a competitive salary range of $99,800 to $149,700 (P5 level), pay will align with skills, knowledge and experience of the candidate.

This posting will close on October 7, 2025 at 9:30 am.

Interviews will occur on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

After reviewing the qualifications listed above, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described, but still encourage you to apply, as you may have other relevant expertise and experience that you can bring to the role.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we strive to create a culture that encourages a diverse equitable and inclusive environment that fosters belonging. We believe that experience comes in many forms and through learning from each others’ differences and perspectives gives us strength. We are committed to enhancing our culture and encourage applications from all walks of life. Let us know if you require any accommodations for the selection process, by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience will be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application will be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation. Please note that final hiring decisions are made solely by our experienced hiring team.