Senior Soil Specialist

Overview

We are in search of a seasoned Senior Soil Management Specialist to deliver technical expertise and strategic guidance for soil management initiatives linked to site assessment, remediation, reclamation, and development projects throughout Canada. The ideal candidate will act as a subject matter authority in soil characterization, handling, regulatory compliance, and beneficial reuse planning, while collaborating with project teams across a varied portfolio of industrial, infrastructure, and energy-sector projects. This position merges technical proficiency, project execution, client relationship management, and mentorship for junior staff.

Your Role

• Oversee soil management planning and execution for intricate environmental and construction initiatives.
• Create and evaluate Soil Management Plans (SMPs), Excess Soil Management Plans, Soil Salvage Plans, and Soil Handling Procedures.
• Provide expert analysis of soil analytical data and soil quality benchmarks.
• Assess soil suitability for beneficial reuse, treatment, disposal, and reclamation activities.
• Design soil characterization programs and sampling methodologies.
• Offer technical oversight of soil movement tracking and documentation systems.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Draft technical proposals, cost estimates, and work plans.
• Coordinate efforts with subcontractors, laboratories, regulators, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and formulate mitigation strategies.
• Interpret and implement provincial and federal soil management regulations and guidelines.
• Support environmental permit applications and regulatory submissions.
• Stay informed of evolving soil management requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct technical reviews of reports and deliverables.
• Advocate for safe work practices and professional development.
  
  

About You

• A degree from a relevant program. Eligibility for professional designation is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of soil classification, soil chemistry, and soil quality evaluation.
• Strong understanding of Alberta environmental regulations and environmental site assessment methodologies.
• Experience with contaminated land, remediation, and reclamation projects.
• Familiarity with excess soil management regulations, frameworks, and beneficial reuse practices across Canada is a significant asset.
• Experience in developing Excess Soil Management Plans and supporting soil reuse and disposal initiatives is advantageous.
• Proficient in technical writing and report evaluation.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong business acumen and client-oriented approach.
• Commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Self-driven, energetic, with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Capable of understanding and effectively applying prescribed safety and technical protocols.
  
  

Rewards & Benefits

Discover the rewards and benefits designed to enhance your well-being at every phase of your life and career.

This Includes

• Comprehensive life insurance options.
• Premium medical coverage for you and your dependents.
• Ample annual leave allowance.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
• Opportunities for remote work outside the country.
• Company gratuity program.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Relocation support.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal issues, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
  
  

Take advantage of every opportunity to refine your skills, broaden your knowledge, and gain recognition for your contributions.

About AtkinsRéalis

At AtkinsRéalis, we are a premier engineering services and nuclear organization. We unite people, data, and technology to revolutionize the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project managers, we are capable of transforming the world. We are devoted to guiding our clients across diverse markets to engineer a sustainable future for our planet and its inhabitants.

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