CCI Inc. has established itself as the “go-to” company of highly qualified and experienced pipeline, facility, trenchless, construction, geotechnical, and environmental specialists working together as a team to bring an integrated and complementary approach to each project.

CCI Core Values

Operate with Integrity

Service With Intention

Commitment, Collaboration, Innovation.

CCI offers an unparalleled diversity of work that will ensure the successful candidate is challenged and engaged. At CCI, we work hard to produce results for our clients and are rewarded for our Commitment, Collaboration and Innovation. CCI Inc. has been named one of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the twelfth (12) year in a row. Now is the best time to join our winning team!

Environmental Planner / Regulatory Specialist

CCI Inc. (CCI) has an immediate opening for a full-time, Environmental Planner with a specialty in regulatory permitting and reporting. The candidate will work in our Environment and Regulatory Division conducting project environmental planning, permitting and field services, including assisting project teams in the preparation of technical documents that support regulatory strategies, application development and submission. The candidate will also be responsible for coordinating and managing discipline-specific fieldwork and reporting.

Location:
This position is a full-time role beginning immediately, based out of our Cochrane office. This role is office based with field presence as required, and the candidate must have the ability to travel to various job sites when needed, including some weekends.

Job Highlights:
The Environmental Planner’s primary focus will be to coordinate project proposals, discipline specific environmental assessments and surveys and regulatory applications and permit acquisition. The candidate will be expected to participate in team and independently based work. The candidate will also be expected to support the implementation of CCI’s Health, Safety and Environment policies and develop and follow safety plans during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation.

Accountabilities:
CCI has become a leader in environmental planning for energy, transportation, and industrial developments in western Canada. The following are the responsibilities for this position:

• Project management, coordination, and oversight on a wide range of projects;
• Have a working knowledge of and keep up to date with applicable provincial legislation and regulations in AB and BC related to oil and gas and energy development and operations and the forestry sector;
• Have a working knowledge of and keep up to date with federal legislation and regulation administered by the Canada Energy Regulator, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and other applicable federal regulatory bodies;
• Coordinate, support and conduct discipline specific environmental assessments and surveys;
• Compile, and analyze environmental survey l data and prepare technical reports and regulatory applications
• Prepare environmental background reports, construction recommendation reports and environmental protection plans;
• Prepare regulatory applications and lead regulatory permitting and approvals processes;
• Participate in construction planning, providing advice to ensure compliance with project requirements;
• Participate in construction footprint planning, providing advice to ensure regulatory compliance;
• Monitor and report on construction activities and compliance with applicable environmental requirements and commitments relevant to project construction and operations;
• Satisfy project requirements, including regulatory and stakeholder commitments, regulatory conditions and regulatory reporting through the duration of a project;
• Support the environmental and regulatory team and other divisions within CCI with technical guidance and environmental planning, permitting and coordination duties;
• Review, manage and compile all project documentation;
• Liaise with clients, construction personnel, stakeholders, and regulators; and,
• Quality and safety-oriented mindset.

This position requires a self-motivated, safety conscious individual who takes great pride in their work. You will have the opportunity to learn from a diverse team of environmental professionals and grow your career into technical positions, project management, and business development.

Qualifications:

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in biology, agrology, or related field (or equivalent diploma with experience) with environmental planning related experience in Alberta and BC;
• Eligible for professional designation under the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists, the Alberta Institute of Agrology, or equivalent professional organization;
• Knowledgeable of environmental planning of pipeline, civil and road construction projects;
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulatory requirements as it pertains to energy and transportation projects;
• Experience supervising and coordinating field crews;
• Valid Drivers License;
• Professional demeanor;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
• An excellent communicator and team-player, able to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a positive attitude;
• Detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills;
• Willingness to learn and take additional responsibilities; and
• Quality and safety-oriented mindset.

Other Assets (Skills and Training):

• Professional Biologist (P.Biol.) with the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists, Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.) with the Alberta Institute of Agrology or equivalent;
• Experience conducting or assisting with other biological surveys is an asset;
• Experience planning, securing regulatory authorizations and overseeing compliance on linear development projects;
• Experience conducting environmental monitoring or environmental inspection roles and tasks and construction and/or post-construction monitoring projects;
• Experience using various software, including Word, Excel and ArcGIS;
• Knowledge of Esri-based field and office products;
• Technical writing; and
• Safety training courses required to work in Alberta and BC.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a transformative initiative that enhances project delivery success across multiple disciplines on local and international projects.
• Work with a dedicated team of professionals in a collaborative environment that has a retention record in the 90th percentile!
• Take initiative in your career and access resources and training programs to continuously advance and challenge your development.
• Contribute to projects that align with CCI’s mission of commitment, collaboration, and innovation!

Benefits:

• CCI has competitive industry, extended health benefits, Health and Wellness Spending accounts.
• Paid sick time and experience rated vacation.
• Join our social, industry and community events.
• CCI supports our employees with professional training and development opportunities and payment of professional dues to help you advance your career;
• CCI pays for travel, subsistence, and accommodations;
• RRSP with company match after 1 year of service; and
• Referral program where you can earn $500 for referring your friends and family.
• Flexible work environment with opportunities to advance your career within CCI’s Group of Companies;

Engineering & Environmental Services | CCI Inc. (ccisolutions.ca)

This posting will remain open until filled.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.