Job Description

Why join us?

SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision.

SNC-Lavalin is truly a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.

The Environment division of SNC-Lavalin Inc. is a rapidly growing full-service consulting firm that is dedicated to responding to the changing needs of our clients.  We are committed to providing solutions driven environmental services to assist clients in planning, managing and conducting their projects.  Our growing organization is seeking like-minded individuals to join our Contaminated Site Assessment, Remediation and Reclamation team.

With the above vision in mind, SNC-Lavalin is looking for career-oriented, intermediate-level project staff in our Calgary or Edmonton office. 

How will you contribute to the team?

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Historical data review and subsequent site inspections.
• Groundwater monitoring and sampling.
• Hydraulic conductivity testing.
• Surface soil and water sampling.
• Soil vapour sampling.
• Supervision of drilling activities.
• Installation of groundwater monitoring wells.
• Supervision of remedial excavations.
• Photographic and written documentation of site activities.
• Communication with on-site personnel and Project Manager.
• Assist in communicating and building relationships with clients.
• Promoting Health and Safety programs and culture.
• Working as a team with other regions as opportunities arise.

What will you contribute?

• Diploma or Degree from a program with relevant subject matter.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience encompassing project coordination and project execution, and contractor supervision with emphasis in the areas of contaminated site assessment, groundwater monitoring and sampling and remediation.
• Demonstrated technical skills in field activities related to Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) including groundwater monitoring and sampling techniques, various drilling techniques, soil sample collection and logging, soil vapour sampling, remedial excavations, spill response and quality assurance / quality control protocols.
• Candidates with experience working in multiple settings, both geographically and industrially (e.g., upstream, midstream, and downstream for the oil and gas sector, as well as others) are preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, high energy, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willing to undertake field work year-round and travel throughout Western Canada, at times for extended periods (weeks).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Capable of understanding and appropriately applying prescribed safety and technical protocols.
• Candidates must possess a Valid Class 5 Full driver’s license with a clean driving record.

What do we offer at SNC-Lavalin?

At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy good compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.
• Competitive salary.
• Motivational financial package & flexible benefits.
• Defined contribution pension plan in which SNC-Lavalin contributes.
• Work equipment provided according to the season (boot, bib, helmet, gloves, etc.).
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning and Development programs, training, career opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status or and other characteristics protected by law.

Local Candidates will be preferred, and no relocation package will be offered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Additional Information:

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire candidates with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice  on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

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Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin's employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions – including capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance – to clients in oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, infrastructure and power. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. https://www.snclavalin.com

Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeRegular

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to SNC-Lavalin, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.