Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is looking for a

Environmental Consulting Leader

to join its Toronto office and continue the growth of its Environmental Consulting business in Canada, with an initial focus on the Ontario market. This leadership role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams across Canada, the Americas, and other Arup regions to support a variety of our projects. The role will also collaborate closely with the Americas Region Discipline Group Lead for Climate, Sustainability, and Energy Specialists who also oversees the Environmental Consulting team for the Americas. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction and technical expertise across a variety of environmental services and contribute to work-winning across the geography.

Given the diverse project work Arup delivers, we are looking for someone with a broad understanding of environmental consulting, with specialized knowledge in one or more areas. These may include: impact assessment, site assessment and remediation, compliance, and stakeholder and Indigenous engagement. Responsibilities include leading a team of environmental professionals, managing and overseeing environmental components of projects, handling environmental initiatives, coordinating with partners and sub-consultants, and supporting the overall development of a strong local team. Projects will vary in scale and complexity, offering the opportunity to work on a variety of projects including transportation, government, property, and energy.

The chance · Lead environmental planning studies and Environmental/Impact Assessment (EA/IA) related activities:



this requires expertise in processes for various sectors and projects (e.g. Federal, Comprehensive, or Provincial processes; knowledge of Ontario Class processes such as the Municipal process (and emerging Municipal Project Assessment Process), and other processes such as Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process); technical understanding of environmental fields and regulatory requirements within the areas of natural environment, socio-economic, and cultural heritage.

· Lead post-EA obligations, including securing permits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supervising environmental requirements during project implementation and construction.

· Coordinate sub-consultants for ESAs, remediation, risk assessment, and soil management in Ontario.

· Plan and support stakeholder and Indigenous consultations and engagement, preparing technical content for meetings, and facilitating engagement throughout EA and infrastructure projects.

· Oversee internal teams and sub-consultants to complete technical studies and compile comprehensive environmental reports.

· Collaborate with complementary teams of architects, engineers, and designers, promoting sustainable, environment-led design solutions.

· Manage client relationships, prepare proposals, cost estimates and assist in securing to new business opportunities; maintain a market facing role and support business development activities.





· Display strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, keep informed on environmental laws and standard processes, engage in professional committees, and handle various projects with relevant project management tools.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

Bachelor's or equivalent experience in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning or related field required.

At least 12 years of experience in a related field

A professional designation, or eligibility, in Canada such as P.Eng., P.Geo., or a Professional Planning designation would be an asset.

Sophisticated communication skills for team-based working, excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment, and be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to solve new challenges.

Ability to handle different projects through project planning, resourcing, budgeting, monitoring, and successful project delivery.

What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support healt

📌 Environmental Consulting Leader (Toronto)
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