DS Consultants Ltd (DS)is a consulting engineering firm which specializes in geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, materials inspection and testing. Our head office is located in Vaughan with branch offices located in Barrie and Cambridge. Our team currently consists of 80 highly qualified and experienced engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists and support staff. 

DS is currently seeking an Environmental Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in civil engineering.  DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path.

Requirements:

• Degree or Post-secondary education in environmental or geological, engineering/sciences
• 1-3 years related experience in environmental engineering and field investigations (preferably in a consulting environment) is an asset
• Knowledge of O.Reg. 153/04 as amended
• Ability to complete Phase One Environmental Site Assessments, Phase Two Environmental Site Assessments, Soil and Groundwater Remediation and Records of Site Condition
• Must be mobile and willing to work on a combination of field and office work, as travel will be required
• Excellent computer skills, proficiency with common industry software is required
• Strong workplace health and safety practices
• Flexible, well organized, interested in technical and personal advancement
• Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong report-writing skills and verbal communication in English are essential
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Computer proficiency with common industry software is required. Experience with GIS and CAD software is an asset
• An ability to follow workplace health and safety practices is essential

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide technical services in a field and office environment.
• Working on all assignments on projects of low to high complexity
• Writing reports, proposals and technical specifications
• Completing analysis of information and report preparation