Cambium | Project Manager, Waste Resources Management

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STATUS: Permanent

LOCATION: Barrie, Kingston, Whitby, Ottawa, Peterborough, ON

APPLY BY: November 29, 2024

SALARY RANGE: $77,000-$115,000/year

WHY WORK WITH CAMBIUM?

You want to be a part of a successful, dynamic and fast-growing consulting and engineering company built on quality people doing quality work in a rewarding environment. We help build Ontario. We have offices in Ottawa, Whitby, Barrie, Kingston, and Peterborough.

Our team is fun and friendly. Whether it's trips to sporting events, movie nights, monthly socials, or weekend retreats, our team likes to have a good time together.

Our team is hard-working. You’ll need to be flexible and able to manage priorities. Sometimes the days are long. But you are always compensated for your efforts. And we support balance with generous paid time off entitlements.

Our team is proud. Donating a portion of our net income each year to important causes and events. Winning awards. You’ll find it easy to feel good about working with Cambium.

CAMBIUM REWARDS

Our focus on caring for the employee as a whole person is apparent in the way we reward our people:

  • A competitive salary and a 100% employer paid benefits program, that includes critical illness, long term disability, life insurance, and health and dental coverage

  • Generous vacation entitlements, paid personal days plus sick time allotments to take care of you and your family

  • The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Registered Pension Plan (RPP), company profit sharing opportunities, company ownership opportunities

  • Financial support for your professional development and flexible scheduling to help you integrate work and family life

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO THIRVE AT CAMBIUM?

Are you a results-oriented Project Manager with a strong background in municipal waste management operations and a passion for environmental responsibility? Do you have the leadership skills to guide municipal clients through the complex regulatory landscape set by provincial authorities? We are seeking someone who can provide expert technical assessments to ensure that all work meets the highest standards of environmental and public health protection, while also being fiscally responsible. If you excel at decision-making, thrive in challenging situations, and collaborate effectively to drive operational efficiency, Cambium could be the perfect place for you. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to connect with you!

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Cambium is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Waste Resources Management team. In this exciting role, you’ll work alongside a talented group of technicians/technologists and coordinators, collaborating with clients to ensure regulatory compliance including long-term monitoring of municipal waste disposal sites. If you have a strong background in municipal waste operations and are familiar with contaminant hydrogeology or environmental geoscience, this role is for you!

Reporting to the Group Manager, you’ll manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting, ensuring efficient project execution and adherence to scope. You’ll also provide crucial support to clients by offering guidance on monitoring and reporting, facility compliance, and best practices for waste management systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead projects that will make a difference in waste management across communities while utilizing your knowledge of environmental science to drive positive change.

JOB DUTIES

  • Develop and oversee comprehensive monitoring and reporting programs for groundwater, surface water, and landfill gas to ensure long-term environmental compliance.

  • Manage a wide range of waste management projects, including the design and operations of landfills, composting, and transfer station facilities. This includes cost estimation, tender preparation, and regulatory reporting.

  • Lead the permitting process and ensure regulatory compliance by obtaining necessary permits for waste management activities and submitting timely reports to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

  • Drive project planning and execution, including scheduling, resource allocation, subcontractor management, budgeting, invoicing, and supervising project personnel while maintaining clear communication with clients.

  • Build and nurture client relationships, focusing on client retention and new business acquisition to grow our portfolio.

  • Ensure financial success by managing project revenue, costs, and profitability to deliver outcomes within budget and scope.

  • Uphold health and safety standards for all personnel working on your projects, ensuring a safe working environment.

  • Mentor and develop junior personnel, fostering growth and building a strong, skilled team for continued success.

  • Willingness to travel to project sites and meetings as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A post-secondary education in engineering, science, environmental science, or a related discipline. Licensed as a P.Eng. or P.Geo. by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO) would be an asset.

  • 5 years of relevant employment experience on developing waste solutions for municipalities and Indigenous communities and completing annual monitoring and reporting for these sectors.

  • Familiarity with Ontario waste and environmental legislation and regulations and a variety of waste management practices.

  • Outstanding organizational, communication, and technical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage several assignments at one time.

  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

  • Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills.

  • Understanding and/or proficiency with sector related computer software and all Microsoft Office products.

  • The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills with fluency (reading, writing and oral) in English.

  • Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Application deadline: November 29, 2024

Visit cambium-inc.com or reach out today to hr@cambium-inc.com

We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.