Risk Assessor (Scientist/Engineer)
Dillon Consulting Limited
Lead and manage environmental risk assessment projects, mentor staff, and liaise with clients
26 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Planning and Design
Transportation
Urban Development
Infrastructure
Project Management
Water Resources
Sector Specialisms
Architectural Consulting
Building Inspection
Consulting Services - General
Educational/Training
Energy Management
Engineering Consulting
Environmental Ecological Consulting
Fisheries/Wildlife
Role
What you would be doing
risk assessment
client liaison
project management
data interpretation
team leadership
rfp response
- Actively participate in the career development of peers and junior staff including providing technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring
- Act as main point of contact/client liaison to communicate technical and project management information to clients
- Manage and lead risk assessment projects related to exposure to soil, groundwater, sediment, surface water, and soil vapour/indoor air for a range of chemical hazards; including projects compliant with both O.Reg. 153/04 and Federal and other provincial guidance/standards
- Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees
- Manage multiple simultaneous environmental projects involving teams of environmental staff and specialists
- Comply with corporate, client, and site-specific health and safety protocols and programs and applicable health and safety regulations
- Coordinate, manage and build business relationships with: clients, regulators, service providers (e.g., laboratories, sub-contractor) and third-party stakeholders
- Provide guidance to project team members completing Environmental Site Assessment work on data needs and requirements to support Risk Assessment projects (related to collection of samples from various media, surveys of habitat, etc.)
- Establish an individual development plan and execute that plan with support of your team manager and other mentors
- Work with other senior specialists in leading the management and interpretation and presentation of data
- Mentor and develop junior and intermediate staff with a focus on technical skills in human health and ecological risk assessment and contaminant fate/transport
- Respond to Requests for Proposal related to Risk Assessment work to develop and maintain strong client relationships
What you bring
qp-ra
risk assessment
10+ years
microsoft office
problem solving
environmental toxicology
- Commitment to a culture of quality including a keen attention to detail
- Qualifications to meet the requirements as a QP-RA under O.Reg. 153/04, and in-depth knowledge of the risk assessment process in Ontario
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills
- The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
- Demonstrated capability and comfort presenting technical and project management information to clients, regulators and members of the public.
- Federal Security Status (Reliability or greater) (or are able to attain) and ability to satisfactorily pass a police check
- Experience in providing technical guidance to external and internal stakeholders regarding risk assessment methods in Ontario (O. Reg. 153/04) and per Federal guidance
- Technical proficiency in several or many of one or more of the following will be considered an asset: site characterization and development of Phase Two Conceptual Site Models, exposure assessment related to human and environmental receptors, human health and environmental toxicology, contaminant fate and transport modeling, vapour intrusion assessment, emerging contaminants, geo-statistical methods, development of risk management plans, risk communication, application of non-traditional assessment methods such as two-eyed seeing
- Ten or more years of experience in environmental consulting or related industry experience, with a focus on delivery of environmental risk assessment projects, including project management
- A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.
- A degree in environmental toxicology, environmental or civil engineering, environmental sciences, or equivalent degree from an accredited University; advanced degrees considered an asset
- Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office family of products
- Business travel may be required from time to time
- Experience as the lead Qualified Person for Environmental Risk Assessments (e.g., signing off on RA reports and mandatory certifications, lead roles on large projects) considered an asset
- Demonstrated capabilities in multidisciplinary teamwork as well as the ability to work independently
- Experience with Environmental Site Assessment investigations considered an asset.
- Experience in the development and implementation of Risk Management Plans in the support of Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessments submitted under the O.Reg. 153/04 Record of Site Condition process to support the issuance of Certificates of Property Use considered an asset
- Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
- Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
- Generous retirement savings plan
- A competitive compensation package
- We use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal, and learning opportunities.
- Employee and Family Assistance program
- Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Employee share purchase plan
- Wellness Fund
- can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership , purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga, or danceclasses, nutrition information,, etc.
- Flexible work hours and hybrid working options
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Security clearance- must obtain federal security status (reliability) and pass a police check
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Company
Overview
Founded 1985
Year Established
The firm was established in 1985, marking the beginning of its consulting services.
- Specializes in engineering, environmental services, planning, and project management.
- Has extensive experience working on large-scale infrastructure and development projects.
- Serves both public and private sector clients across diverse industries and sectors.
- Known for its expertise in water resources management, environmental remediation, and transportation planning.
- Handles complex projects, often integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable design solutions.
- Provides tailored solutions that address both local and global challenges in urban development, energy, and utilities.
- A trusted partner in delivering projects on time, on budget, and with a commitment to high-quality outcomes.
- Achievement: Do the work to hit the target.
- Continuous Development: Always learning. Always adapting. Always growing.
- Courage: Do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard.
- Creativity: Discover new opportunities.
- Inclusiveness: Enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.
- Reliability: Words that result in actions build trust.
$2.2 Million Donated
Environmental Contributions
Over $2.2 million donated since 2009 to environmental and charitable organizations.
- Strive for a more sustainable operation by improving environmental footprint through limiting waste generation, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy use.
- Encourage stakeholders to be conscious of their environmental impact.
- Provide services aligned with Corporate Sustainability Policy to help clients achieve sustainability goals.
- Set Net Zero targets based on Science Based Targets (SBTi).
- Offer third‑party GHG validation and verification under ISO 14064‑3 and ISO 14065 via ANAB‑accredited VVB.
- Help clients develop GHG inventories, decarbonization roadmaps, energy efficiency measures, industrial electrification, low‑carbon fuels, CCUS, and M&V processes.
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