Environmental Planner

Egis Group is seeking an Environmental Planner in Toronto, ON, responsible for developing plans for land use, environmental protection, and sustainable development. Duties include conducting environmental assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, engaging with stakeholders, and managing projects. The role involves both office and field work, requiring collaboration with various professionals to achieve project objectives. Egis emphasizes a responsible, people-first, and creative company culture.
Company Description

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of McIntosh Perry—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

Our values showcase everything we believe in:

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability.

Job Description

About the Role

An Environmental Planner is responsible for developing and implementing plans and programs related to land use, environmental protection and sustainable development. This role involves conducting environmental assessments, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and working with various stakeholders to promote sustainable development practices. The role will also focus on developing and sustaining relationships with public and private sector clients. This role may involve a combination of office and field work with site visits to assess environmental conditions and monitor project progress.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Environmental Assessments: Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIA) and prepare reports to evaluate the potential effects of proposed projects on the environment.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that projects comply with local, provincial and federal environmental regulations and policies.
• Sustainability Planning: Develop and implement strategies for sustainable land use, resource management and environmental conservation.
• Public Consultation: Engage with the public, government agencies and other stakeholders to gather input and address concerns related to environmental planning projects.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze and interpret environmental dat to inform planning decisions and policy recommendations.
• Project Management: Oversee environmental planning projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Technical Reports: Prepare and present technical reports, environmental impact statements and other documentation required for project approvals.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other planners, engineers, scientists and environmental professionals to achieve project goals.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Geography or a related field.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in Environmental Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment.
• Previous experience implementing Environmental Assessment Projects under the Municipal Class EA and all levels of government.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, policies and sustainability principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Project Management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently
• Precious experience within a consulting environment
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle for occasional travel to attend meetings, conduct site assessments or participate in public consultations.

Additional Information

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.