What is the project?
The Pickering Nuclear Generating Station refurbishment program involves designing and building a new deep-water intake in Lake Ontario to improve the plant's cooling system. This will involve:
-         A 1.5 km-long tunnel, built by a pressurized TBM (10.15 m diameter slurry TBM);
-         Two vertical shafts (onshore and offshore);
-         An offshore modular intake structure, resting on the lake bed.

The project is distinguished by its proximity to an active nuclear site, requiring rigorous standards of safety, planning and coordination.

Concretely, your tasks will be:

Environment 

• Develop and implement environmental strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and municipal regulations.  
• Conduct comprehensive environmental impact assessments to identify potential risks and develop mitigation measures for construction activities.  
• Manage the environmental budget 
• Act as the primary point of contact for on site environmental issues and concerns flagged by internal and external stakeholders 
• Ensure strict adherence to environmental regulations, permits, and standards throughout all project phases, including monitoring air quality, water quality, and noise levels.  
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, environmental consultants, community groups, and stakeholders to address environmental concerns and maintain transparent communication.  
• Provide training and guidance to project teams, contractors, and subcontractors on environmental best practices, regulations, and protocols.  
• Ensure environmental compliance by conducting audits regarding environmental standards on the project 
• Implement environmental monitoring programs to track environmental performance indicators and ensure continuous improvement.  
• Overseeing the development and implementation of emergency response plans for environmental incidents, such as spills or leaks, ensuring prompt and effective mitigation measures.  
• Lead sustainability initiatives within the project, focusing on energy efficiency, green procurement, biodiversity conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.  

Permits 

• Manage permits and their relevant authorizations 
• Coordinate between multiple partners in design, methods, construction and environment for the preparation of the permits content 
• Ensure alignment between required permits and construction activities 
• Verify that permit requests comply with internal procedures and regulatory requirements 
• Maintain an up-to-date register of issued and active permits 
• Participate in internal audits and inspections related to permits. 

• A bachelor or advanced degree with specialization in planning, environmental planning, environmental assessment, geography or another related discipline 
• 10-15 years’ experience in a lead role on complex projects throughout the project lifestyles 
• Experience with the implementation and management of environmental management systems  
• Strong expertise in work permit procedures and strong knowledge of HSE requirements 
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 14001 standards and QHSE regulations applicable to large construction projects 
• Proven experience in tunneling or underground works 
• Experience working on projects with high-risk environments (nuclear, offshore, or similar) 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team 
• Proactive approach to problem-solving 
• Acute sense of detail-orientation