Entry / Junior Environmental Consultant

PGL Environmental Consultants is hiring an Entry / Junior Environmental Consultant in Whitby, ON. The role involves soil and water sampling, environmental monitoring, and site remediation. Candidates should have a relevant degree and may have 0-2 years of consulting experience. The position offers a flexible work arrangement, allowing employees to work from home or the office as needed. Salary ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 with various benefits.
Advancing People, Environment and Business! Does that statement resonate with you? Do you enjoy working with an engaged team towards a common goal? Do you regularly question the norm and come up with creative solutions to problems? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, we might have the perfect role for you!

PGL Environmental Consultants’ is seeking an Entry / Junior Level Environmental Consultant to join our team. This role is based out of Whitby, ON. PGL employees work a 37.5-hour work week, and all employees have the option to work from home or either office as and when needed.

Responsibilities:
• Soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil vapour sampling;
• Drilling investigations (Phase II ESAs);
• Environmental monitoring, including water quality sampling, construction supervision, and liaising with site personnel, clients, and regulatory agencies;
• Site remediation;
• Budgeting, reporting;
• Reviewing policies and systems; and
• Contributing to PGL’s corporate initiatives.

As training progresses, you will be expected to supervise remediation and drilling contractors. Hands on experience in the field will progress towards project management, directing others in the field and preparing reports. As your career develops, report writing, and client contact will become an important component of the position. Ideally, we are seeking candidates with strong people skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Interest in gaining consulting experience is required.

Job Requirements:
• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Engineering (chemical, geological, geotechnical, environmental), Geology, Soil Science, Environmental Science, related engineering discipline or Toxicology.
• 0 - 2 years of consulting experience with exposure to contaminated site assessments.
• Ability to register as a professional (in-training) in the Province of ON is an asset.
• Comfortable working on job sites (including but not limited to construction sites, gas stations, around traffic and heavy equipment).
• Experience with soil and groundwater testing and hydrogeology is an asset but not a requirement.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office suite products. Knowledge of EsDat is an asset but not a requirement.
• Excellent internal and external client service skills.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel and work in potentially remote locations, generally in the province of ON.
• Ability to work hours based on project requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 25 lbs. for short durations.

PGL Perks:
• 100% Employee-owned organization;
• Employee and Owner Profit Share Program;
• Flexible work arrangements and daily work hours;
• Annual Company Retreat in British Columbia;
• Allowances: Cell phone, Wellness, and Costco memberships;
• Annual training and development budget;
• Salary range $55,000 – $65,000;
• 3 weeks’ vacation and paid sick time; and;
• Competitive benefits: Extended Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life insurance.

Visit our website at www.pggroup.com/join_team.htm to apply online. Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 13th, 2025, with email notifications sent to successful candidates throughout the application process. Interviews will begin during the week of June 16th.

About PGL

At PGL, we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for every member of our team and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognize that our strength lies in embracing a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds. We aim to provide equal growth opportunities for all employees and celebrate differences in race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and physical and mental abilities.

We are a full-service environmental consulting firm with offices in Vancouver, Victoria, and Langley (BC), Whitby (ON), and Calgary (AB). Since 1991, PGL has provided environmental services such as contaminated site assessments, remediation, environmental impact assessments, environmental permitting, and sustainability assessments. PGL is an employee-owned company with 100+ employees, including biologists, environmental scientists and engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, agrologists, and a dynamic and customer-oriented support team.