Environmental Inspector

Environmental Inspector

Location: Calgary, AB initially (4–6 months); Prince George, BC
Work Arrangement: 14 days on / 7 days off (FIFO)
Employment Type: Contract or Permanent
Salary: $125,000–$160,000/year
Hourly Rate: $90–$120/hour
Start Date: November 2026

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Environmental Inspectors to support pipeline construction and field operations across Northern British Columbia. Reporting to the Environmental Manager based in Prince George, these roles will be responsible for conducting field inspections, monitoring environmental compliance, documenting site activities, and ensuring construction activities align with applicable environmental regulations, permits, and project-specific environmental requirements.

The ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in pipeline construction and environmental inspection, a strong understanding of British Columbia environmental regulations, and the ability to work collaboratively with construction teams, environmental representatives, and regulatory personnel in remote and camp-based environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and targeted environmental inspections at active pipeline construction and field operation sites.

• Monitor construction activities to verify compliance with applicable British Columbia environmental legislation, permits, approvals, and environmental management plans.

• Inspect environmental protection measures, including erosion and sediment control, watercourse crossings, wildlife protection, vegetation clearing, waste management, spill prevention, and reclamation activities.

• Identify, document, and communicate environmental deficiencies, non-compliance issues, and potential environmental risks.

• Prepare daily inspection reports, field notes, photographic records, and environmental compliance documentation.

• Verify that corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner and follow up on outstanding environmental deficiencies.

• Work closely with construction supervisors, contractors, environmental personnel, and project teams to promote compliance with environmental requirements.

• Monitor sensitive environmental areas and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are implemented during construction activities.

• Support environmental incident reporting, investigations, and follow-up activities, including spills, unauthorized releases, and other environmental events.

• Participate in environmental meetings, site walkthroughs, audits, and inspections with project representatives and regulatory agencies as required.

• Provide field-level guidance to construction personnel regarding environmental protection measures and applicable site requirements.

• Escalate significant environmental concerns, incidents, and compliance issues to the Environmental Manager.

• Maintain accurate inspection records and support the preparation of environmental compliance summaries and project reporting.

• Assist with environmental monitoring and reclamation inspections, as required, throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working as an Environmental Inspector, Environmental Monitor, Environmental Coordinator, Environmental Advisor, or in a similar field-based environmental role on pipeline or major infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated experience conducting environmental inspections on pipeline construction projects.

• Strong working knowledge of British Columbia environmental regulations, environmental permits, approvals, and construction-related compliance requirements.

• Experience inspecting environmental mitigation measures and identifying potential non-compliance issues in the field.

• Familiarity with erosion and sediment control, watercourse crossings, fish and wildlife protection, vegetation management, spill prevention, waste management, and site reclamation.

• Experience preparing daily inspection reports, maintaining field documentation, and tracking corrective actions.

• Ability to communicate environmental requirements effectively to construction crews, contractors, and project stakeholders.

• Experience working with environmental managers, construction teams, regulatory representatives, and other project personnel.

• Ability to work independently in remote locations and camp-based environments on a 14-days-on / 7-days-off FIFO rotation.

• Strong observation, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to remote project sites.

• Relevant environmental education, technical training, or equivalent field experience is preferred.