Job Level: RE-05 $77,281 to $102,535

Closing Date: 26/06/2025

Environmental Engineer / Geoscientist

The Design and Construction Branch is looking for an Environmental Engineer/Geoscientist for a temporary position until May 29, 2026, with the possibility of extension and/or indeterminate status.

ABOUT US

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.

A list of qualified people may be compiled and may be used for additional temporary or indeterminate positions.

JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Senior Environmental Engineer, you will work within the Center of Expertise (a department consisting of scientists, engineers, architects and landscape architects) to conduct environmental site assessments (Phase I, II, Monitoring) for internal NCC construction projects. You will coordinate and supervise the work of external environmental consultants, and perform other duties such as soil tracking, assessing contaminants of concern, soil sampling and management plans, designated substance surveys, provincial soil registry posting, and environmental impact assessments. You will prepare terms of references, permit applications and specifications for projects. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on Environmental projects and occasionally supervise students.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences or a similar discipline.

LICENCE
Must be licensed or eligible (completed mandatory university course work) for registration as a professional member under either the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO), the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO), the l’Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec or l’Ordre des géologues du Québec.

EXPERIENCE
A minimum of three (3) years holding progressively increasing responsibilities in Environmental or Geoscience field and in the following areas.

• Preparing technical reports, letters, memos, and specifications.
• Experience conducting rock, soil, groundwater or surface water sampling.
• Experience completing Phase I/II-ESAs.
• Experience completing Designated Substance Surveys.

KNOWLEDGE

• of Provincial soil regulations, such as soil tracking requirements in Ontario and Quebec.
• of the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) Soil Quality Guidelines for the Protection of Environment and Human Health.
• of the Federal Impact Assessment Act as it pertains to work on federal lands (s.82-s.91).

ABILITIES

• To conduct field samplings, surveys; collect, analyze technical data, and produce reports.
• To work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• To oversee contractual agreements with subcontractors and monitor their work.
• To provide advice, negotiate and resolve disputes with internal and external parties.
• To communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both official languages.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect Civility and Well-Being.
• Thinking things through - Innovating through analysis and ideas.
• Working Effectively with Others – Relationships and Trust Building.
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented – Getting Things Done.

ASSETS

• Experience assessing Sediment and Erosion Control Plans.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Geology or Environmental Science.
• Experience supervising students or field staff.
• Other Project Management or Environmental professional certifications or designations.
• Knowledge and experience on infrastructure projects such as bridges, retaining walls, dams, buildings, shorelines etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Visit to construction project sites where protective equipment such as hard hats and safety shoes are required. Involves standing, walking and navigating various work terrains.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance.
• Linguistic profile: Bilingual BBB.
• Position is in the National Capital Region. The person selected for this position must reside within a commutable distance from the workplace at 40 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario.
• The National Capital Commission offers a hybrid and flexible work environment.

The NCC is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.

The NCC is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the Human Resources representative of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. If you require additional information on the position or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at hr.recruitment@ncc-ccn.ca.

Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at (613) 239-5090 or 1-866-661-3530 (toll free).

Please take note that only selected candidates will be contacted.