03 Jan
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Vancouver
JOIN US IN CHARTING A COURSE TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Join an organization that plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world’s most sustainable port.
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port.
It also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We believe in creating a workplace that reflects the richness of our community and empowers all employees to reach their full potential.
The Environmental Project Management Specialist, Infrastructure Projects is responsible for providing environmental project management and/or technical expertise on environmental aspects associated with project development during environmental assessment and permitting, and post-assessment phases for phases for assigned projects within Infrastructure Projects – Regulatory and Consultation Programs (IPRCP). Environmental aspects include broad environmental mitigation, environmental management plans, regulatory compliance, and follow-up programs.
What You Do
As a key member of the Project Team, working together with the VFPA team and the consultant team,
this position provides technical expertise and consultation advice for assigned projects
- Act as day-to-day lead on environmental aspects of assigned projects ensuring VFPA expectations and interests are continually met
- Critically review and evaluate deliverables in line with agreed budget and objectives of the task in hand
- Solicit expert advice on technical environmental issues, and provide regular progress updates and communicate emerging issues
- Participate in the development of terms of reference for environmental studies and prepare, as required, requests for proposal for selection of specialist consultants or contractors to support the assigned project
- Prepare project planning documentation including scope, schedule, budget, communication, change management and stakeholder engagement, and risks
- Collaborate with project teams to determine the best approach and activities necessary for executing specific projects, and ensure the approach is documented and followed
- Work with the project team, and as required specialist consulting team members ,and contribute to the monitoring of the scope of work on environmental mitigation, and field workplan implementation and evaluate progress against deliverables
- Provide VFPA representation at Project Team meetings and meetings with environmental regulatory agencies, community, Indigenous groups and other stakeholders, where tact and diplomacy will be required to facilitate competing priorities to ensure VFPA interests are met
- Prepare project status updates and presentations, as required
- Coordinate and participate in post project reviews and document process improvement recommendations
- Coordinate and participate in environmental management, monitoring and follow-up programs as required for assigned projects
- Carry out general office responsibilities as maybe required, including research, reports, presentations and contract administration of consultants
- Participate in internal and external committees
What You Bring
- Bachelor of Science or another acceptable university degree
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience with environmental assessment (or recent environmental practice) and technical requirements on large capital infrastructure projects, preferably within marine or port environments
- Experience in design and implementation of environmental study programs and familiarity with both federal and provincial environmental regulations and jurisdiction would be an asset
- Particular experience working on Fisheries Act Authorization Applications would be an advantage
- Demonstrated schedule, cost and risk management skills are required. Experience in working with multi-discipline engineering and science teams and/or PMP certification would be highly desirable
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively and positively with all contacts, internally and externally
- Must have an excellent command of the English language, both oral and written
- Demonstrated budget and risk management, analytical and problem-solving skills, along with strong team building and conflict resolution skills are required
- Must possess excellent computer skills with the ability to work independently, accurately and on own initiative to maintain work output
- Must be a highly organized, detailed individual who can manage competing priorities
What We Offer
We offer a robust total rewards package including:
- Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan
- Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
- Earned time off program
- Paid vacation and personal care leave
- Learning, development, and advancement opportunities
- Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront
- Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid
Working environment: Normal office environment including some exposure to the waterfront and construction sites, in any weather conditions, may be required. Occasional evening and weekend work during off hours, to participate in public meetings and open houses.
This is Canadian-based employment,
and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our port community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require support applying to our openings, please contact us at [email protected].
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our indigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website.
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