Serve Asia Coordinator

Reporting to the Manager of the Environmental Services - Strategic Projects (North), the successful candidate will:

Treat safety as a top priority.

Lead all aspects of archaeology for all Strategic Projects:

1. Establish and manage archaeological assessment tracking ArcGIS system capable of providing timely and accurate status updates on archaeological work on all Strategic Projects.
2. Procure applicable archaeological assessments. Prepare thorough RFPs, evaluate proposals, and award and administer consultant contracts for environmental services. Understand typical cost ranges of each and drive quality and cost efficiency expectations from consultants.
3. Track environmental work plans, budget estimates, and schedules.
4. Ensure accuracy and appropriate application of technical data.
5. Conduct site visits and monitor environmental aspects of stations and lines capital projects in the field, where necessary.
6. Prepare and review Environmental Due Diligence Reports, Environmental Protection Plans / Requirements Documents, and permitting and monitoring in support of new electrical infrastructure projects (lines and stations), where necessary.
7. Review Contractor Environmental Management Plans, and provide specific guidance from archaeological perspective.
8. Document, organize and file project information appropriately within existing systems including Borealis consultation software, Commitment Layer of GIS, and in TEAMS / SharePoint.
9. Provide guidance and assistance to project and asset managers and construction personnel responsible for new transmission and distribution projects and refurbishment of existing facilities regarding environmental aspects, applicable legislation and guidelines, including corporate policies.
10. Be prepared to address contentious items and contribute to decisions where existing policy requires interpretation. Prepare evidence and support preparation for hearings on environmental issues and activities to assist legal, real estate and/or regulatory staff.
11. Apply a strategic mindset to dealings and negotiations with the various stakeholders, agencies, and entities that is rooted in respect, compliance, and stewardship while serving the best interest of the organization.
12. Maintain an awareness of, and advance new techniques in the environmental management field.
13. Prepare and present technical and organizational information to internal or external groups.
14. Contribute to the development of, and follow internal protocols and new practices to demonstrate consistency of approach and organization.
15. Perform other duties as required.

Provide key environmental support and significantly contribute to necessary environmental tasks and deliverables necessary throughout the project life cycle to make the project a success. Projects will involve complex Class Environmental Assessment and require subsequent permitting and monitoring support/oversight to address environmental commitments made in the EA.

Responsibilities will involve executing or supporting all aspects of the EA, including, but not limited to:

1. Retaining and managing environmental consultants;
2. Project Notices and enhanced and innovative engagement planning and execution;
3. Meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities, regulatory agencies, project stakeholders, and the public, as well as internal groups on various aspects of EA, approvals, and permitting per Hydro One policies, while advancing resolutions.
4. Participate in Community Open Houses (virtual and/or in-person);
5. Addressing concerns and inquiries from various interest groups;
6. Rights holder and stakeholder consultation tracking (e.g., use of Borealis);
7. The identification and assessment of environmental features, constraints, alternatives, potential environmental effects, mitigation measures, and avoidance opportunities;
8. Contribute to consistency of approach with similar projects.
9. Support the completion of a clear, well-written Environmental Study Report and related documentation including presentation materials;
10. Maintaining a transparent and repeatable EA planning process;
11. Contributing to the Environmental portions of the tender process and subsequent oversight of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts;
12. Conducting environmental monitoring of construction.

Demonstrate well-rounded working knowledge of varied environmental disciplines assessed on infrastructure projects (e.g., natural heritage, cultural heritage, soils, and groundwater) along with applicable regulatory processes.

Selection Criteria

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications:

1. Four-year university degree in archaeology, environmental studies, planning, natural sciences, or a related field.
2. Over six years (minimum) or more of relevant work experience in the environmental field.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of effectively contributing to all stages of archaeological assessments and EAs for infrastructure projects in Ontario.
4. In-depth understanding of the Heritage Act and MCM’s Standards and Guidelines.
5. Strategic mindset.
6. Requires experience and a strong understanding of environmental features to allow for timely, appropriate, and compliant environmental planning and implementation of environmental mitigation plans for construction.
7. Experience working with Indigenous communities on archaeological programs including the participation of monitors.
8. Strong understanding of environmental issues and legislative requirements (Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, Ontario Environmental Protection Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Ontario Water Resources Act, Endangered Species Act, Heritage Act, Ontario Public Lands Act, municipal environmental development requirements, other environmental legislation).
9. Understanding of soil and groundwater assessment and management.
10. Experience undertaking environmental studies in one or more of the following areas: natural heritage (including SAR), hydrology, hydrogeology, socioeconomic, archaeology, heritage, and related fields.
11. Experience obtaining environmental permits, licenses, and approvals (provincial, municipal, and federal) and working with associated guidelines, standards, and best practices pertaining to EA, permitting, and construction effect mitigation.
12. Experience working with regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, interest groups, and members of the public.
13. Ability to tender and monitor environmental consultant contracts.
14. Strong technical writing.
15. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Windows software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
16. Requires a high level of initiative, strong communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
17. Strong interpersonal and writing skills, including proficiency in written and spoken English supporting effective communication with internal and external contacts.
18. Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision.
19. Ability to assimilate new tasks/information quickly and apply the skills to various situations.
20. Ability to understand the business implications of decisions and the ability to strive to improve organizational performance.