Job Highlights Position: Environmental Scientist (Richmond Hill, ON)
Location: Richmond Hill, ON
Salary: CA$140,000.00–CA$200,000.00 yearly
Contract: Permanent
Employment Type: Full time
About the Role Our firm serves as an environmental solutions provider tailored to the land development, heavy civil, and construction industries. We bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and construction site realities by managing environmental compliance obligations—including water management, soil compliance, air quality, and site monitoring—to keep projects moving forward efficiently without delays. We are seeking a results-oriented leader to manage portfolio‑level client relationships, project delivery, and team performance across an assigned group of specialized environmental projects. Serving as the main operational lead for client accounts, this role bridges business strategy with technical execution, partnering with senior leadership to build long‑term relationships, maintain high satisfaction, and drive project success. In this role, you will provide ongoing coaching, oversight, and accountability for a dedicated team of Project Managers. You will maintain complete portfolio visibility—ensuring scopes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in strict alignment with company core values. Additional key duties include scope intake, handoffs, change management, financial tracking, invoicing, accounts receivable oversight, and proactive risk mitigation on complex projects.
Advantages RRSP Match Program
Mileage Reimbursement
Opportunities for company and performance based bonuses
Modern Workspace: Work out of a contemporary, fully equipped office setting.
Casual Work Attire: Enjoy a comfortable "dress for your day" casual dress code.
On-the-Job Training: Access continuous learning opportunities to expand your technical and leadership skills.
Responsibilities Client Relationship Ownership Ensure there is a positive client relationship through all clients within the portfolio, increasingly for clients with multiple awarded projects within the Manager’s segment
Serve as the primary point of contact for portfolio-level conversations with clients
Coordinate with the Director of Client Services on account planning for key repeat clients and action plans

Team Leadership & Coaching Oversee, mentor, and coach subordinate project managers through managing projects, achieving KPIs, and with mindset
Set expectations and track results through monthly 1-on-1 meetings with each direct report
Evaluate effectiveness of communication between PMs and PCs / Technicians





People Management & Team Performance Approve time off requests for direct reports and ensure team capacity to continue executing on portfolio
Own day‑to‑day people management for the team; accelerate policy exceptions to the Director of Client Services
Set clear expectations that are in line with the direction of Director CS and own accountability on team’s project margins, AR payment timeliness, positive client feedback, optimization of invoicing, and upholding all GEMS core values across the team

Scope Intake & Handoff Receive scope, RFPs, and work requests from Sales Team
Clarify contract scope, fees, and terms as well as client signature before execution
Own change order conversations on projects; review with Director of Client Services before submission
Ensure POs cover requested work and ensure budget updated prior to work on any scope

Project Delivery Decide on which scopes to self-perform and which to hand off to subordinates to run.
Run own projects beginning to end
Step in to support PM-led projects as needed
Own client-facing commitments and deadlines on own projects
Monitor customer service and delivery on subordinate projects
Review major deliverables before release on high‑risk projects, whether own or PM-led
Flag financial risk early, ie. slow pay, disputed invoices, scope‑fee mismatch

KPIs Portfolio margins
Portfolio AR on-time payment
Portfolio client satisfaction / feedback
Portfolio on-time invoicing
Core values adherence, team and individual
Monthly 1-on-1 completion rate with direct reports

Qualifications Industry Experience: 5–8+ years managing environmental, civil, or infrastructure consulting projects end-to-end, including scope, budget, schedule, and technical delivery. People
Management: 3–5+ years of experience directly supervising Project Managers or technical personnel, with a demonstrated ability to deliver meaningful performance coaching and workload management.
Financial Management: Proven accountability for project margins, budget-to-actual tracking, scope change negotiations, and aging accounts receivable (AR) management.
Regulatory & Technical Knowledge: Practical background in environmental compliance service lines (e.g., dewatering, water management, soil management,



air quality, or environmental monitoring) and familiarity with provincial regulatory workflows.
Education & Credentials: PMP certification is asset-oriented but not strictly required; equivalent demonstrated project management experience will be fully considered.
Experience supporting general contractors in fast-paced construction sectors is a strong asset.
Summary This role is designed for an experienced project delivery leader who effectively combines technical judgment, commercial acumen, and staff mentorship. If you excel at driving project execution, navigating commercial client relationships, and leading high-performing teams within the environmental and construction sector, we invite you to submit your application. We encourage you to apply, or email your resume directly to [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Statement We appreciate the interest of all candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us and we will work with you to ensure your full participation.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Accessibility and Accommodation Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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