Principal Environmental Planner

• Direct a variety of Environmental Assessment projects including Transit and Rail Project Assessments, Ministry of Transportation Class EAs, Municipal Engineers Association Class EAs, etc. from proposal through to planning and approval phases.
• Play a lead role in business development and pursuits related to EA opportunities, including strategic BD plans, capture planning, proposal preparation, development of technical workplans and preparation of project fee estimates.
• Serve as Project Manager on EA/planning projects, including budget management and reporting, scope control, and technical staff management.
• Take an active role in the development of new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensuring quality standards on project deliverables.
• Participate in professional associations/events relevant to the industry.
• Serve as lead author of Environmental Assessment Reports (i.e., ESDs, DCRs, TESRs, Environmental Study Reports, Project File Reports, Environmental Project Reports, etc.) and other supporting environmental documentation to satisfy regulatory requirements.
• Be an expert at interpreting relevant legislation including Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, Impact Assessment Act, Ontario Regulation 231/08, etc. and provide strategic advice to clients on same.
• Direct public, review agency, stakeholder, Indigenous Communities consultation and engagement for various types of infrastructure projects.
• Oversee a team of subject matter experts and technical disciplines as part of the EA process to ensure quality deliverables.
• Provide leadership through mentoring personnel, including serving as QA/QC reviewer and providing constructive feedback.
• Manage a team of environmental planners including responsibility for annual goal setting, workload management, and allocating resources effectively.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Environmental Management, Geography, Engineering, Urban Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of practical experience leading, managing, and successfully delivering Environmental Assessments in Ontario.

• Ability to provide leadership and direction on environmental assessment/planning initiatives, offering innovative solutions as well as guidance and technical expertise.
• Exhibits a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a strong dedication to client satisfaction, business success, and growth objectives.
• Experience leading TRPAPs, MTO Class EAs and Municipal Class EAs.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence and experience in working with teams, clients, and subconsultants.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Ontario’s environmental assessment regulatory framework, including applicable legislation and guidelines related to noise, cultural heritage, archaeology, natural heritage, air quality, land use planning, and species at risk.
• Excellent self-management, time management and organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and multi-task.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, team oriented and ability to work independently.
• Professional designation such as Registered Professional Planner (RPP), Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat applications, and file sharing systems (e.g., Sharepoint).

Compensation:  

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.  

Location: Toronto, London, Guelph, St. Catharines, and/or Ottawa

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Salary Range: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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