Project Coordinator, Environmental

Our Edmonton office is looking for a motivated individual to coordinate environmental projects for residential, commercial and industrial real estate clients.

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering
  • Working toward a professional designation (P.Eng., P.Geo., P. Tech Eng., R.P.Bio., P.Ag.)
  • 3 to 5 years’ related experience
  • Experience conducting Phase I, II and III ESAs and remediation
  • Experience in environmental and geotechnical drilling and sampling
  • Strong understanding of government regulations, industry standards, and environmental auditing
  • Excellent editing, technical and organizational skills along with the ability to problem solve
  • Able to lead/supervise others in the field
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client relations
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment
  • Client relations experience, especially contractors banks, brokers and developers

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Conduct Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments
  • Liaise with clients, labs, contractors and regulatory authorities
  • Write and review technical proposals, budgets, reports and invoices
  • Manage and implement cost control measures
  • Maintain and enhance quality control within the group
  • Train and mentor junior staff, including the review of written work
  • Participate vigorously in business development and marketing to new and existing clients
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Changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation in British Columbia

Worksafe BC has approved amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations that governs worker safety in BC. Effective February 1, 2012, there will be significant changes on how asbestos is regulated at BC workplaces and job sites.
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Technologist, Hazardous Materials – Term Position (Remediation & Reclamation Services)

Our Calgary office is currently looking for a Hazardous Materials Technologist to provide support for hazardous material abatement in an industrial setting.  This will be a contract position of approximately 10 months (February to December, 2012).

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • Certificate or Diploma in Environmental Sciences, Building Construction, Building Sciences, Occupational Health & Safety or a combination of relevant education and experience
  • Entry Level to one year of experience
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with an ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Working knowledge of environmental and health and safety legislation/guidelines
  • Experience working with environmental monitoring equipment
  • Excellent technical report writing skills
  • Reliable personal vehicle required

 

Responsibilities:

 

 

  • Work as a member of a quality assurance team to inspect and monitor asbestos abatement work for compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Conduct safe work and milestone inspections to observe and document ongoing daily work activities, adherence to prescribed procedures, regulatory infractions, site conditions, and generated waste materials
  • Collect, analyze and interpret asbestos air sample results in relation to regulatory limits and industry-accepted guidelines
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Liaise with clients and contractors to ensure health, safety and hygiene needs are addressed and met

 

Working Conditions:

 

  • Requirement to wear personal protective equipment (respiratory equipment, etc.)
  • 50 hour work week following a 10 day on, 4 day off rotation
  • Reliable personal vehicle required
  • Contract position will be based out of an oil and gas facility located on the northeast outskirts of Calgary, Alberta
  • In-house training, other necessary certification and required personal protective equipment will be provided
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PHH ARC Environmental & The Pinchin Group Helps Recover $25 Million in Asbestos Damages for 38 Canadian Building Owners

CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL COMPANY HELPS 38 CANADIAN BUILDING OWNERS RECOVER UNPRECEDENTED $25 MILLION (US) IN DAMAGES AGAINST US ASBESTOS MANUFACTURER

PHH ARC Environmental Ltd., part of The Pinchin Group of Companies which includes Pinchin Environmental Ltd., Pinchin LeBlanc Environmental Ltd. and Le Groupe Gesfor Poirier, are happy to announce the successful conclusion of an unusual, 8-year settlement process. On behalf of 38 Canadian companies, PHH ARC facilitated a settlement of $25M with Federal Mogul, a bankrupt manufacturer and distributor of Limpet® asbestos fireproofing material. Continue reading

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Buildex Vancouver 2012: Evolving Trends in Development of Rental & Non-Market Housing

PHH ARC President, John Holland, P.Eng. C.Eng. LEED AP (BD&C), FEC. will be moderating a panel of esteemed representatives and hosting a seminar on Wednesday February 8th at Buildex Vancouver 2012 to discuss trends in the development of Rental and Non-Housing Markets. Continue reading

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Project Coordinator, Hazardous Materials

Our Richmond office is currently seeking a motivated professional to coordinate hazardous materials consulting projects, including assessments, proposals and remediation/abatement work.

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • 2.5 to 3 years’ directly related experience 
  • Certificate or Diploma in Building Construction, Building Sciences, OH&S or a combination of relevant education and experience
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of environmental and health and safety legislation/guidelines
  • Familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc.)
  • Experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings
  • Experience working with environmental monitoring equipment
  • Excellent technical report writing skills
  • Quick thinking and decisiveness when a situation requires it
  • Basic drafting (CAD) skills considered an asset

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Project consulting to the industrial, commercial and residential real estate industries
  • Conduct site assessment of indoor environmental conditions with respect to hazardous materials, for example, IAQ parameters, mould, asbestos, lead, mercury, PCBs, ODSs
  • Supervise remediation activities 
  • Train, mentor and supervise junior staff
  • Implement quality control/quality assurance measures
  • Prepare technical proposals, budgets, reports and invoices
  • Liaise with clients and sub-contractors to ensure health, safety and hygiene needs are addressed and met
  • Collaborate with Project Managers from other BC offices
  • Build new business by creating and maintaining positive client relationships
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Senior Hazardous Materials Technologist

Our Richmond office is currently seeking a Senior Hazardous Materials Technologist to provide support for hazardous material abatement, mould and indoor air quality projects in the industrial, commercial and residential real estate industries.

 

Qualifications: 

  • Certificate or Diploma in Building Construction, Building Sciences, OH&S or a combination of relevant education and experience
  • Minimum 10 to 12 months’ directly related experience (initial job title will be Technologist or Senior Technologist, depending on the amount of experience)
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with an ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Working knowledge of environmental and health and safety legislation/guidelines
  • Familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc.)
  • Experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings
  • Experience working with environmental monitoring equipment
  • Excellent technical report writing skills
  • Basic drafting (CAD) skills considered an asset
  • Reliable personal vehicle required

 

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct site investigations – asbestos, mould, mercury, PCBs, lead etc.
  • Conduct field work, including visits to sites and supervise remediation activities 
  • Conduct air quality assessments, including indoor air and occupational hygiene
  • Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors
  • Interpret and analyze sample results in relation to legislative requirements
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Liaise with clients and sub-contractors to ensure health, safety and hygiene needs are addressed and met
  • Build and maintain positive client relationships
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NAIOP Vancouver – February Breakfast Seminar – Owning, Leasing & Operating Sustainable Buildings – Where’s the Payback?

PHH ARC’s President, John Holland P.Eng., C.Eng., LEED AP(BD&C), FEC will be one of the speakers talking to the NAIOP Vancouver delegates at the February 16th Breakfast Seminar about the topics and issues surrounding Sustainable Buildings. Continue reading

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Project Manager, Environmental

Our Remediation and Reclamation Services (RRS) Division in Calgary is looking for a motivated professional to manage projects for Oil and Gas clients. 

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • M.Sc., B.Sc. or Diploma in Environmental Science (various disciplines)
  • Oil and Gas experience in Alberta or Saskatchewan
  • 4 to 6 years’ related experience (initial job title will be Project Manager or Coordinator, depending on experience)
  • Able to lead/supervise others in the field
  • Experience in Phase II investigation supervision, Phase III excavation, and Groundwater Monitoring
  • Exceptional Communication skills – both written and verbal
  • Able to write technical reports effectively and efficiently
  • Flexible to travel throughout Alberta and be out of town for a week at a time
  • Willing to work 60% in the field (depending on the time of year)

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Complete the setup, scheduling and execution of remediation field work (Phase I, II & III ESA’s)
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff
  • Conclude all work, including reports, correctly and completely
  • Delineate areas of possible environmental concern (APEC)
  • Communicate with team on project planning and follow-up requirements
  • Liaise with clients, labs, contractors and regulatory authorities
  • Participate vigorously in business development and marketing to new and existing clients
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PHH ARC Foundation – Pinchin Group of Moustaches, Movember Campaign

Through the PHH ARC Foundation, 65 PHH ARC and Pinchin Group employees unified their efforts to grow moustaches and raise awareness and funds for the Prostate Cancer Canada’s popular Movember Campaign. Continue reading

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