Environmental Planner

Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that!

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

GHD's Impact Assessment Group is located across the GTA with staff in Whitby, Mississauga, Waterloo, St. Catharines, and Toronto and focuses on Environmental Assessment (EA) planning, consulting and stakeholder engagement, and post-EA permits and approvals for a variety of public and private sector clients.

We are looking for a well-rounded, enthusiastic, well-organized individual with previous Individual and Class EA planning experience, as well as Community/Stakeholder and Indigenous Engagement experience.

In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you!

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

Reporting to the Impact Assessment Business Group Leader, the successful incumbent’s primary responsibilities will include the following:

• Supporting and Leading the EA planning process
• Managing the stakeholder and engagement process
• Coordinating internal GHD environmental disciplines and external sub-consultants
• Attending and presenting at client meetings
• Coordinating and attending public consultation events (e.g., open houses, information centres, meetings)
• Creating PowerPoint presentations and display panels for public consultation events
• Preparing and/or reviewing EA and environmental discipline specific documentation
• Leading EA planning and environmental inputs to proposals
  
  

What you bring to the team:

• A post-secondary education in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• 5-8 years experience
• Project experience in a variety of public and/or private sectors (e.g., municipal infrastructure, transportation, transit, waste, energy)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with people (staff and clients) and a demeanor that reflects genuine interest and ability to assess a situation and consider what people will be interested in/concerned with is required.
• Fluency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project Powerpoint)
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Familiarity with Provincial and Federal Environmental Assessment legislation
• Class G driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
  
  

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.