Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager (Infrastructure)

Permanent Contract

Mid-Senior Level

Technical Engineering

Cambridge

About Us

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. We are now over 21,000 engineers, architects, scientists and planners across the world and experiencing substantial growth in North America. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

About the Role

Egis is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager to lead complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure and environmental projects across Ontario and Canada. This role will focus on environmental assessment, permitting, regulatory approvals, stakeholder coordination, and project delivery primarily within the infrastructure sector, with experience in mining, rail, and nuclear sectors considered an asset.

The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership throughout all phases of project development, from planning and environmental assessment through permitting, detailed design support, and implementation. The role also includes mentoring staff, supporting business development initiatives, and contributing to the continued growth of Egis’ environmental planning practice.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee Environmental Assessments (EA) across federal, provincial, and municipal frameworks, including MTO and Municipal Class EA processes

Provide technical leadership and strategic direction on complex infrastructure and environmental projects

Lead multidisciplinary teams, including coordination of technical specialists, subcontractors, and project stakeholders

Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, quality assurance, and overall financial performance

Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders to support project approvals and delivery

Lead permitting and regulatory approvals strategies and support environmental compliance initiatives

Prepare, review, and oversee technical reports, environmental documentation, proposals, and regulatory submissions

Serve as a senior client contact and trusted advisor throughout project execution

Mentor and support the development of junior and intermediate staff

Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client relationship development, and market growth initiatives

Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of project management practices and environmental planning methodologies

What do we need from you

Degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, Environmental Studies, Urban Planning, or related discipline

15 years of experience in environmental consulting, environmental assessment, and infrastructure project delivery

Strong working knowledge of MTO and Municipal Class EA processes, Provincial EA frameworks, Canadian Impact Assessment processes, and environmental permitting and regulatory approvals

Ability to obtain RAQs certification

Demonstrated experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and client relationships

Experience with mining, nuclear, and/or rail sector projects considered an asset

Proven leadership, project management, and business development capabilities

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required

Why Join Us?

Egis offers a hybrid work environment with access to a local office for in person collaboration.

Office location include Markham, Ottawa, Toronto, Mississauga, or Cambridge

Join a rapidly growing, global organization

Lead technically challenging and high-profile infrastructure projects

We offer a collaborative and people-first culture with opportunities for growth and advancement

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package

What's in it for you?

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. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

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.