Senior Environmental Geoscientist

Job summary

Develop conceptual site models and remediation action plans for complex contaminated sites while preparing technical reports for regulatory approval. Lead technically challenging projects and mentor staff through technical review and coaching.

Job details

The Company Terex is a leading employee-owned Canadian environmental consulting firm providing technical guidance for environmental regulatory compliance. Terex provides expertise in hydrogeological site assessments, remediation program design, risk assessment, industrial decommissioning, and site liability assessment. The People The staff at Terex are a group of bright minds that have developed a friendly culture of professionalism and collaboration. Our scientists and engineers are continuously challenged with professional development and a diverse project base. Our motivation is the pursuit of better, and it translates to our work and lives. The Opportunity Terex is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Geoscientist to join our team in Calgary or Edmonton. This role is ideal for a motivated environmental professional who enjoys applying technical expertise to complex contaminated site challenges, mentoring staff, and contributing to innovative solutions that advance sites toward closure. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects, work directly with clients and regulators, and help shape remediation and liability management strategies for a diverse portfolio of projects within Alberta's energy and industrial sectors. The Role Develop conceptual site models and remediation action plans for complex contaminated sites. Prepare technical reports and closure strategies that support regulatory approvals and site management objectives. Complete site-specific liability assessments and provide technical recommendations to clients. Apply hydrogeological, geochemical, and contaminant fate and transport models to evaluate environmental risks and support decision-making. Interpret complex environmental datasets and communicate findings to clients, regulators, and project stakeholders. Mentor staff through technical review, coaching, and project guidance. You If you are an experienced professional and have the following qualifications, you are encouraged to apply. Undergraduate or graduate degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 10 years of environmental consulting experience, including work on complex contaminated site assessment and remediation projects in Canada. Professional registration or eligibility for professional member status in Alberta. Strong understanding of hydrogeology, contaminant hydrogeology, and geochemistry. Demonstrated experience developing conceptual site models and site closure strategies. Strong working knowledge of Alberta environmental regulations, directives, and guidelines. Experience with regulatory guideline adjustments and risk-based approaches is considered an asset. Proficiency in technical data analysis, interpretation, and report preparation. Legal authorization to work in Canada. The Benefit Terex has fostered a collaborative team-based work structure over 20 years that relies on, and values, the contributions of each employee. Challenging and technically rewarding projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities. Flexible work arrangements and schedules. Competitive compensation. Comprehensive group benefits. Health spending allowance. Investment allowance.

What you’ll do

Develop conceptual site models and remediation action plans for complex contaminated sites while preparing technical reports for regulatory approval. Lead technically challenging projects and mentor staff through technical review and coaching.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, Engineering, or a related field with at least 10 years of environmental consulting experience in Canada. Must have professional registration or eligibility in Alberta and a strong understanding of hydrogeology and geochemistry.

Benefits

• Challenging and technically rewarding projects • Collaborative and supportive team environment • Ongoing professional development • Career advancement opportunities • Flexible work arrangements and schedules • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive group benefits • Health spending allowance • Investment allowance

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Hydrogeological Site Assessments
• Remediation Program Design
• Risk Assessment
• Industrial Decommissioning
• Site Liability Assessment
• Conceptual Site Models
• Technical Report Writing
• Contaminant Fate and Transport Modeling
• Geochemistry
• Regulatory Compliance
• Staff Mentoring
• Data Analysis

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Energy