Advisor, Environment

Highlights of the job

We are currently hiring a full-time, permanent Advisor, Environment based in Edmonton, AB. This opportunity is open to both internal and external candidates and may qualify for EPCOR’s Where We Work hybrid program, depending on business needs and eligibility. Current EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their “@epcor.com” email address.

As the Advisor, Environment, you are playing a critical role in supporting EPCOR Distribution and Transmission Inc. (EDTI) by delivering strategic environmental planning and operational excellence. You will be providing expert environmental support to Field Operations, Regulatory, Engineering, Assets, and Project teams. Your work will ensure compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal environmental regulations while advancing EPCOR’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

In this role, you are responsible for managing and executing a wide range of environmental responsibilities. These include conducting environmental assessments and studies, preparing regulatory permit and approval applications, and overseeing environmental construction monitoring and risk assessments. You will also be preparing technical documentation, delivering inspections, and leading education and training initiatives across the organization.

This is a high-impact position suited for a collaborative and technically skilled environmental professional who thrives in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment and is passionate about making a meaningful contribution to sustainable infrastructure development.

What you’d be responsible for

The Advisor, Environment will report to the Manager, Embedded Engineering and Manager, Environment and will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

Leading Environmental Compliance and Risk Mitigation

• Developing, implementing, and continuously improving environmental processes and practices to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Supporting risk mitigation through technical expertise, field presence, and construction monitoring.

Overseeing Environmental Programs and Systems

• Creating, implementing, and assessing environmental programs and systems (e.g., Incident Management, permitting and approvals, contaminated sites, remediation, wildlife monitoring, emergency response). Managing escalations and resolving issues effectively.

Interpreting Regulations and Providing Strategic Guidance

• Monitoring, interpreting, and communicating regulatory changes and industry best practices. Providing subject matter expertise to support decision-making and drive continuous improvement of environmental policies, programs, and systems.

Supporting Projects and Environmental Submissions

• Providing environmental expertise and support for infrastructure-related projects, including expansions, acquisitions, divestitures, decommissioning, and abandonment. Preparing and reviewing environmental applications and submissions.

Engaging Stakeholders and Managing Relationships

• Engaging with external stakeholders (e.g., Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, City of Edmonton) in alignment with Public & Government Affairs guidelines to build strong relationships and meet regulatory and project requirements.

Supporting the Environmental Management System (EMS)

• Assisting the Management Representative in maintaining conformance with the EMS and contributing to its continuous improvement.

Conducting Internal Audits and Evaluating Performance

• Conducting internal environmental audits to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Delivering Environmental Training

• Designing, delivering, and evaluating environmental training programs for employees across all levels of the organization.

Managing Contractors and Suppliers

• Selecting and managing environmentally relevant contractors and suppliers to ensure alignment with project and regulatory expectations.

Collaborating Across Functions and Implementing Initiatives

• Coordinating and implementing environmental initiatives and programs across departments, ensuring alignment with the Electricity Operations business plan.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution

• Eligible for or holding membership with a regulated professional body (e.g., P.Ag., R.T.Ag., P.Bio., P. Eng, P.Geo)

Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License

• Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit
• A 5-year commercial-type Driver Abstract may be required
• Must have 6 or fewer demerits at the time of hire
• Prior unsafe driving infractions may result in non-selection

Assets (Preferred but not required):

• Knowledge of ISO 14001
• Certification as a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC)
• Previous experience in construction or with a utility company

Experience:

5+ years of relevant environmental experience, including:

• Biophysical assessments and surveys (e.g., wildlife, wetland, watercourse, vegetation)
• Environmental construction monitoring
• Environmental permitting, planning and project execution
• Contaminated site assessments

Specialized field experience, such as:

• Wildlife surveys and monitoring (e.g., nest sweeps, amphibian salvage, wildlife handling)
• Wetland and watercourse assessment (e.g., classification, delineation)
• Vegetation and rare plant surveys
• Remediation and reclamation programs
• Contaminated site assessments and monitoring/sampling (e.g., environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring)
• Waste management

Regulatory and permitting expertise, including:

• Preparing wetland assessments and impact reports
• Submitting Code of Practice notifications
• Coordinating with Fisheries and Oceans Canada for project reviews
• Reviewing and approving risk assessments, risk management plans, Phase I, II and III environmental site assessments

Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and guidance documents across municipal, provincial and federal levels, including:

• Wildlife Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Water Act, Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, Release Reporting Regulation, Remediation Certification Regulation, Waste Control Regulation, etc.
• Alberta Wetland Policy
• City of Edmonton River Valley and Public Tree Bylaws

Behaviours:

Strong communication skills

• Able to deliver clear, engaging presentations and training to diverse audiences
• Effective in both verbal and written communication across organizational levels

Collaborative and interpersonal

• Builds strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates professionalism and adaptability in dynamic environments

Detail-oriented and proactive

• Applies best practices in tree protection, remediation and contaminated sites management, water management, erosion and sediment control, and soil handling
• Continuously seeks opportunities for improvement in environmental performance

Our Commitment to Safety:

At EPCOR, health and safety are at the core of everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a zero-injury workplace culture. As such, we expect all candidates to demonstrate a high level of safety awareness and consistently follow safe work practices. Active participation in safety training and other job-related development programs is also required.

Other important facts about this job

This is a professional level position that typically works Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).

Vehicle Requirements and Reimbursement: The successful candidate must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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