Junior Environmental Scientist

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis Professional Services (Canada) Inc. (Arcadis) is seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist/Engineer to join our Resilience team in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

This role sits within the Global Resilience Business Area and supports local environmental and remediation projects. The successful candidate will coordinate and execute tasks assigned by Project Managers related to the delivery of environmental projects, with a primary focus on the conducting fieldwork for ongoing environmental projects, as well as supporting the monitoring and operation of remediation and treatment systems.

Arcadis is looking for a dynamic individual looking for career growth in consulting. Candidates must work well independently and support a strong health and safety workplace. This full-time position requires attention to detail, strong work ethic, and excellent analytical skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing environmental and geotechnical site investigations and oversight of construction and remediation activities including: the collection of field data, soil and groundwater sampling; preparation of field logs and reports; analysis and interpretation of environmental and geotechnical data, oversight of contractors, and the compilation of environmental and geotechnical reports.

Approximately 70% travel to project sites within Ontario may be required, with opportunities for travel across Canada as needed to support project delivery.

Role accountabilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of field protocols including soil, groundwater, and vapour sampling. and overseeing drilling activities and subcontractor management.
• Maintain knowledge and familiarity with provincial and federal regulatory frameworks (i.e., O.Reg.153).
• Diligent interpretation of environmental data, including maintaining excellent field notes, safety forms, daily field reports, and laboratory forms.
• Comparison of sample results to applicable guidelines and standards.
• Strong adherence to health and safety standards and policies.
• Preparation of reports documenting the results of inspection and/or investigation programs.

A valid driver’s license and reliable access to a personal vehicle are required. Candidates that are mechanically inclined is an asset, strong attention to detail and accuracy, and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, engineering, earth sciences, or related field.
• 2+years related experience.

Eligible to become a P.Geo. or P.Eng. in Ontario an asset.

Why Arcadis?

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You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

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