Construction Environmental Monitor

Hatch is seeking two Construction Environmental Monitors for an onsite role in Fredericton, NB. The position involves supervising environmental monitoring on construction sites, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting project environmental management. Candidates should have experience in construction and environmental regulations in New Brunswick. The role includes daily site inspections and collaboration with contractors to ensure adherence to environmental protection plans.
Requisition ID: 94832

Job Category: Environmental

Location: Fredericton, NB, Canada

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Construction Environmental Monitor (Onsite) – Fredericton

We are currently looking for two Environmental Monitor with experience in construction for an onsite role. This person will join Hatch's Environment & Sustainable Development team in the Fredericton office. The candidate should be familiar with the supervision of works and the performance of environmental monitoring on construction sites, as well as familiar with provincial and federal environmental regulations. They should also be familiar with environmental permit application processes in New Brunswick. This person will be called upon to work on a semi-remote site, North of Fredericton. It is expected the role might be on rotation schedule.

The selected candidate will have good interpersonal skills in order to intervene with contractors with a view to continuous improvement and to correct non-conformities if necessary. They will also be comfortable building and maintaining lasting relationships with colleagues and our clients.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Onsite Environmental Lead, the Project Onsite Environmental Monitor is responsible for:
• Undertaking regular site Inspections (daily), and other Performance Assurance activities such as independent monitoring for quality and verification.
• Supporting validation of activities for internal project authorizations of contractor environmental controls being in place, prior to work start.
• Coordinating with the Environmental Lead to communication requirement for updates of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to reflect changing conditions on site and/or priorities, if needed.
• Providing technical guidance and comments to Contractor with respect to their ““Contractor – Specific Environmental Protection Plans (C-SEPP)”.
• Ensuring that the work delivered by Contractor complies with requirements listed in EMP and C-SEPPs, the regulations and laws in force as well as with the commitments resulting from environmental authorizations and permits;
• Contribute to reporting of environmental non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions;
• Supporting the Environmental Lead with the oversee of quality assurance of environmental monitoring performed by contractors.
• Assisting the Environmental Lead, upon request, with the development of environmental orientation material and training sessions to all personnel on site.
• Assisting the Environmental Lead, upon request, with the preparation of internal Project permitting documents (e.g. Land Disturbance Authorizations forms).
• Participating in wildlife sweeps, surveys, or searches, when required.
• Undertaking targeted environmental compliance inspections.
• Assisting in environmental incident reports and investigations.
• Writing reports of environmental non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions;
• Participating in site meetings;

Desired profile
• Education in engineering or environmental sciences is an asset (technical or bachelor's degree); Masters is considered an asset.
• Experience in water quality sampling and monitoring, is considered an asset.
• Experience in wildlife monitoring, and biology is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in environmental and regulatory management of construction sites;
• Experience with wind energy and/or linear projects, is considered an asset.
• Experience in working with engineering consulting firms or as a contractor is an asset;
• Ability to work in integrated teams across multiple disciplines;
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills;
• Positive attitude and desire to learn new skills;
• Great motivation to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Fluency in French is considered a asset, but not a requirement.
• Working knowledge of English (oral and written), including communication with clients and colleagues in other provinces.

Why join us?
• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?
• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.