Associate Technical Consultant, Environmental Scientist

About us 

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. 

As a Senior Environmental Scientist, you will provide leadership in the planning and execution of contaminated site assessment, remediation, reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs. You will balance technical expertise, field leadership, project coordination, and mentoring responsibilities while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Location(s): Calgary, Alberta 

You will be responsible for

• Leading environmental field programs, including groundwater and surface water monitoring, soil sampling, drilling oversight, borehole logging, monitoring well installation, test pitting, remedial excavations, and reclamation activities.
• Managing a combination of field-based and office-based responsibilities, including technical analysis, reporting, project coordination, and client support.
• Planning and executing Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), including investigation design, field oversight, data interpretation, and reporting.
• Providing technical leadership and oversight on contaminated sites, remediation, reclamation, and environmental monitoring projects.
• Mentoring, coaching, and supporting the development of junior and intermediate environmental professionals through technical guidance and field leadership.
• Driving safe project execution through strong leadership, effective communication, quality field documentation, issue resolution, and adherence to project objectives.
• Supporting Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, resource management, and client communication.
• Interpreting environmental data and developing practical, technically sound recommendations that support risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Preparing and reviewing high-quality technical reports, environmental assessments, remediation strategies, regulatory submissions, and project deliverables.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, and other project stakeholders.
• Developing, implementing, and promoting site-specific health, safety, and sustainability plans in alignment with Worley standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting business development activities, client relationship management, and opportunities to expand project scope and service offerings.
• Promoting a culture of safety, sustainability, operational excellence, technical quality, and continuous improvement across all project activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Typically 7+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience with a focus on contaminated site assessment, remediation, reclamation, and environmental monitoring.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading contaminated site management projects throughout Alberta.
• Experience directing field investigations, coordinating technical teams, and delivering client-focused environmental solutions.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with a professional organization such as P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., EP, or an equivalent professional designation.
• Experience working within the energy, oil and gas, industrial, mining, infrastructure, or resource sectors is considered highly desirable.

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of contaminated site assessment, remediation, reclamation, liability management, and environmental compliance programs.
• Experience leading and reviewing Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Knowledge of Alberta environmental regulations, contaminated site guidance, reclamation requirements, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with groundwater monitoring, drilling programs, soil sampling, remediation activities, and site closure programs.
• Ability to interpret environmental data and develop defensible technical recommendations and remediation strategies.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, regulatory submissions, environmental assessments, and client deliverables.
• Strong understanding of environmental risk management principles and industry best practices.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.