Technical Director, Human Health Risk Assessment
Environmental Resources Management
Location
Vancouver, BC, Calgary AB, Ottawa ON, Toronto, ON, or other Canadian offices
Type
Full-time
Posted
Sep 24, 2025
Compensation
USD 147393 – 164676
Mission
What you will drive
- Serve as the technical lead for human health risk assessment across major environmental assessment projects nationwide.
- Shape strategies that integrate human health considerations into large-scale mining, power, and oil & gas developments.
- Mentor and grow a team of scientists, fostering technical excellence and collaboration.
- Influence regulatory engagement and stakeholder communications, including Indigenous communities.
- Drive innovation in risk assessment methodologies and compliance strategies.
Impact
The difference you'll make
Your leadership will help clients navigate environmental assessments with confidence and integrity, ensuring projects meet rigorous standards and deliver real-world impact that shapes sustainable development for mining, energy, and natural resource sectors.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- B.Sc. in Toxicology, Biochemistry, or related field with substantial practical experience.
- 8+ years of consulting experience in human health risk assessment for environmental assessments.
- Deep knowledge of Health Canada and provincial regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to lead technical deliverables for environmental assessments and permit applications.
- Eligibility for credentials as a Qualified Professional for regulatory oversight.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Anticipated annual base pay is $147,393 – $164,676 (CAD). We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. This role may be eligible for bonus pay.
About
Inside Environmental Resources Management
ERM is a global leader in environmental, health, safety, and sustainability consulting, partnering with the world's largest organizations to solve complex challenges and create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges while unlocking commercial opportunities.