Intermediate Environmental Professional

Dillon’s Contaminant Assessment & Management discipline is looking for an Intermediate Environmental Professional to join our multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. 

This position is available at our Halifax office. We offer a competitive compensation package and flexible work hours to help support the competing demands of work and personal life.

About Dillon

Dillon Consulting Limited (Dillon) is a proudly Canadian, 100% employee-owned professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, we offer a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities. 

At Dillon, we strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering our people to challenge conventional thinking and build careers focused on creating a lasting impact in our communities. We are committed to ongoing professional development and celebrate the unique perspectives that each team member brings to the table.

Employee ownership is available to all Dillon team members, and over 60% of our employees’ own shares in Dillon. Through employee ownership, we return the financial benefit created by our project work to the very people who created that value. Because we are an employee-owned firm, your voice will be an essential part of our shared success

Project Management and Technical Activities 

• Coordinate and manage environmental projects including field activities on Phase I and II environmental site assessments (ESAs) and hydrogeological assessments, soil and groundwater sampling, surface water and sediment sampling, soil vapour/indoor air sampling, designated substances/hazardous materials and remediation projects.
• Comply with applicable health and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, and third-party stakeholders.
• Contribute expertise and analyze data including: data tables, borehole logs, test pit logs, GIS/CAD, spreadsheet calculations, figures.
• Lead and coordinate report writing and preparation of technical memos, letters, reports and proposals.

Sustainable Business Development 

• Lead the development and enhancement of relationships with existing clients.
• Lead the identification and development of new business opportunities with both private and public sector clients.
• Business travel may be required from time to time.
• Support office-based committees or other corporate initiatives.

Learning and Development 

• Commit to self-development, ongoing learning, and professional development.
• Drive continuous learning and mentor junior staff in data science and digital project delivery methodologies, developing the next generation of tech-forward leaders.
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

• A degree or technical college certificate/diploma in geology, environmental engineering, environmental sciences, hydrogeology, or another relevant environmental science or engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting.
• Licensed or eligible to apply to practice as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist will be considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license for travelling to/from project sites.

• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary team.
• Data compilation, interpretation and report writing.
• Knowledge in several of the following disciplines: geology, hydrogeology, field procedures, basic chemistry, contracting/construction, chemistry, geotechnical concerns, remediation engineering, site characterization, waste management, landfill design, health and safety will be considered an asset.
• Experience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation and policies.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products.

 In addition to a competitive base salary, Dillon offers:

• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life
• Employee share purchase plan
• Dillon is 100% employee-owned, and share ownership is open to all employees. Our annual share dividends have historically outperformed the market average.
• Dillon’s Overtime Directive 
• This Management Directive establishes a firm-wide 40-hour weekly overtime threshold, after which premium pay applies, ensuring consistent and fair compensation across all Canadian offices.
• Competitive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 5.5%
• Student loan repayment assistance 
• Wellness allowance and enhanced mental health benefits
• Ample paid vacation
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership rates
• Early Career Development (ECD) program
• At Dillon, we build careers. Designed for technical professionals with less than three years of consulting experience, the ECD program accelerates the transition into entrepreneurial consultants through monthly ‘Level Up’ sessions that build both technical and consulting capabilities. Own your success; we provide the blueprint. 

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. 

Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon

Please be advised that Dillon uses AI-assisted tools to support aspects of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports the process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.

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