Salary: Band 10 ($118,735.50)

Status: Full-Time, Permanent, Unionized

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date: May 20, 2026

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT’S THE TEAM LIKE

The Environment & Sustainability team is dedicated to protecting Calgary’s natural resources and minimizing our airports’ ecological footprint. Guided by our Sustainability Strategy, we promote social equity, robust governance, and environmental stewardship throughout our community. Our energetic and close-knit team collaborates across departments and with external partners to integrate sustainability considerations into all aspects of airport operations, major projects, and campus development. Thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where priorities shift rapidly, we set high standards, embrace new challenges, and contribute directly to Calgary Airports’ reputation and regulatory compliance. If you enjoy a diverse portfolio of work and value agility, you’ll fit right in with our team.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Environmental Site Assessments & Due Diligence: Lead Phase I, Phase II, and targeted Environmental Site Assessments for capital projects, tenant developments, real estate transactions, and operational activities.
• Contaminated Sites Management: Manage contaminated sites through maintenance of inventories, Site Management Plans, and oversight of remediation, risk management, and monitoring programs.
• Project & Development Support: Provide environmental site assessment input to capital projects and developments, identifying contamination risks and regulatory triggers early to support timely delivery.
• Regulatory & Technical Advisory:
• Interpret and apply contaminated site legislation, guidelines, and standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and defensible technical decisions.
• Coordinate with environmental regulators and support regulatory reporting, submissions, and site closure activities.
• Documentation, Records & Continuous Improvement: Maintain accurate environmental records and contribute to continuous improvement of internal procedures, standards, and technical guidance.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or a related field is required. Extensive professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education if demonstrated through a consistent record of high-impact contributions.
• Minimum 6–8 years of progressive experience in environmental site assessments, contaminated sites management, remediation, or environmental consulting.
• Registered professional designation (P.Eng., P.Ag., P.Bio, or equivalent) is required.
• Strong technical writing and regulatory expertise to analyze and interpret soil, groundwater, and vapour data; apply contaminated sites legislation to airport‑specific contexts; and prepare clear, defensible technical summaries, recommendations, and regulatory submissions while effectively communicating with regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, decision‑ready guidance; exercise sound professional judgment in ambiguous site conditions; collaborate across disciplines to integrate contaminated site considerations; and effectively manage multiple projects, consultants, stakeholders, and regulatory timelines simultaneously.
• Willingness to provide occasional after‑hours support for time‑sensitive site issues or discoveries during construction.
• As this position is considered safety-sensitive, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.
• This role includes driving as part of its duties; therefore, candidates will be required to provide a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a current driver’s abstract as part of the hiring process.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

• Bilingual in English and French
• Experience working in a complex, regulated environment (e.g., aviation, transportation, infrastructure, government, or industrial facilities) is an asset.
• EP® (Environmental Professional) designation is an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks, and permitting processes is a strong asset.

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.