Environmental Planning & Regulatory Discipline Lead

Job Title: Environmental Planning & Regulatory Discipline Lead

Employment: Full-Time / Permanent

Location: Calgary, Alberta

If you’re passionate about your work, thrive in a collaborative and values-driven culture, and are committed to delivering exceptional client experiences, this role may be for you!

About AJM Environmental:

AJM Environmental provides wildlife, aquatics, wetland, vegetation, and geospatial & data services in support of responsible development. Our work spans pre-development assessments, regulatory approvals, and environmental monitoring, with a focus on delivering fit-for-purpose solutions that simplify environmental and regulatory challenges while balancing economic activity and environmental stewardship. We are committed to delivering meaningful, high-value outcomes for our clients.

AJM offers a fast-paced, flexible work environment with a high degree of autonomy. Our strong culture is consistently identified by our team as a key reason people choose to work - and stay - at AJM. We are an equal opportunity employer and value the diverse perspectives that drive innovation, creativity, and effective problem-solving. Safety is foundational to everything we do.

Position Overview:

This posting is for an Environmental Planning & Regulatory Discipline Lead who will play a key leadership role within AJM’s growing environmental consulting practice. This role combines senior technical expertise, people leadership, and strategic influence over the direction of AJM’s planning services.

AJM is not a traditional large consulting organization, and that is intentional. In this role, you will directly shape projects, mentor and develop people, and influence how our services continue to evolve - offering a level of visibility and impact rarely found in larger consulting organizations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing and advancing AJM’s environmental planning and regulatory discipline while remaining actively involved in project delivery. This includes regulatory applications, compliance and monitoring programs, environmental inspections, and risk assessments across a range of development types.

AJM’s projects span multiple sectors, including energy, mining, government agencies, NGOs / non-profits, and other land-use driven developments. Collaboration across AJM’s biophysical disciplines (wetlands, aquatics, vegetation, regulatory, and geospatial & data) is an important component of this role, supporting integrated project delivery and shared learning.

You’ll Thrive Here If You’re Motivated By:

A fast-paced and dynamic consulting environment;

Being part of a growing company where individual efforts are recognized;

Leading and mentoring others while staying connected to the work;

Opportunities to influence work beyond a narrow technical scope and learn about a variety of aspects of the environmental industry; and

A strong and supportive team culture grounded in trust, accountability, hard work and fun!

Roles & Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Project Delivery

Lead and manage regulatory and environmental planning projects, including budgeting, scheduling, invoicing, issue management, and delivery of high-quality final products;

Prepare and provide senior technical oversight of regulatory applications, submissions, approval strategies and environmental planning deliverables submitted to agencies such as AER, EPA, CER, AUC, and others;

Design and oversee field-based audit, compliance assurance, and environmental monitoring programs;

Lead environmental inspections of construction activities, including pipelines, drilling programs, and other linear and facility-based developments;

Conduct and oversee desktop and field-level environmental risk assessments to support planning, permitting, and construction phases;

Act as a technical liaison between clients, regulators, and internal teams to support efficient approvals and issue resolution; and

Support proposal development, scope definition, and pricing for regulatory and environmental planning work.

Discipline & People Leadership

Lead AJM’s Environmental Planning & Regulatory discipline, including technical standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives;

Mentor, coach, and support Intermediate and Junior staff in technical, professional, and consulting skill development;

Act as a cultural and safety role model, reinforcing AJM’s core values across teams and projects;

Maintain the ability and willingness to participate in field-based inspections, audits, and monitoring when required;

Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships through high-quality work and responsive service;

Actively contribute to business development through client engagement, opportunity identification, and proposal support;

Represent AJM externally through client meetings, regulatory meetings, conferences, and industry forums as appropriate; and

Work independently and occasionally outside of standard office hours to meet project deadlines and client needs.

Skills & Qualifications

Sc. in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, Ecology, or a related discipline

Registered, or eligible for registration, with an applicable professional association (e.g., P.Biol., R.P. Bio., P.Ag., or equivalent, depending on background)

10+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities

Strong technical expertise in environmental planning, regulatory approvals, compliance, monitoring, and inspection programs

Demonstrated experience working with provincial and federal regulators and regulatory frameworks

Proven ability to mentor staff and lead teams in a consulting environment

Strong communication and technical writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear, defensible regulatory documentation

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and ambiguity

A self-starter who thrives working both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Enthusiasm, accountability, and a commitment to professional growth at AJM

A strong track record of fostering and maintaining a positive health and safety culture

Comfortable learning and using new technology to improve efficiency and outcomes (and having fun while doing so!);

An entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to help grow and shape a technical discipline;

A natural collaborator and cultural ambassador who models AJM’s values in all aspects of the role!

Safety Requirement

 This role is considered safety-sensitive and will require the successful completion of drug screenings at various times during employment.

Interested in Joining AJM?

If this role sounds like a strong fit, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter and tell us why you’re a great match for this position.

This position will remain open until ideal candidates are found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about AJM Environmental, please visit: https://ajmenv.com/