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Technical Consulting Director, Human Health Risk Assessment


Company : ERM


Location : Whitehorse, Yukon


Created : 2026-04-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview Lead large-scale human health assessments and provide advice to top tier clients working to make sustainable decisions for some of the largest projects in Canada. As the Technical Consulting Director, Human Health Risk Assessment , youll shape outcomes that matter. This senior leadership role places you at the strategic center of Canadas most influential environmental projectsspanning mining, energy, natural resources, and major infrastructure. Your expertise will help guide clients through complex regulatory landscapes while ensuring human health remains central to responsible development. Working Arrangements This role is offered on a full-time, part-time or fixed term basis - we are open to applications from candidates with a need or desire for flexible working arrangements, at different stages in their career. Although the preference is for the candidate to be located near one of our offices in Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Ottawa, ON; Toronto, ON , or any of ERMs Canadian offices, we are also open to full remote working . Why This Role Matters ERM is a global leader in environmental, health, safety, and sustainability consulting. We partner with organizations worldwide to navigate complex environmental expectations and regulatory requirements. Youll serve as the top subjectmatter authority on human health risk assessment across Canada. Your leadership will drive technical rigor, influence project strategies, and support clients in making informed, responsible decisions that protect people and communities. Key Responsibilities Help clients shape their business strategies to integrate human health considerations into major mining, power, and oil & gas developments. Share your expertise with technical leaders for other project components to raise the bar in delivering a collaborative, integrated deliverable. Lead major human health risk assessment activities by growing a team and building the tools needed to deliver high quality work. Influence regulatory engagement and support transparent stakeholder communications, including Indigenous communities. Own the technical delivery of the HHRA chapter for large-scale EA projects by providing report reviews and coaching a team of junior scientists to deliver high-quality, robust models and reports. Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams, client groups, regulators and external stakeholders to help connect the HHRA to the broader EA and its engagement and monitoring requirements. As part of a senior team of practitioners and Partners, expand our human health risk assessment services across Canada by contributing to proposals and business development efforts. Required Qualifications B.Sc. in Toxicology, Biochemistry, or related field. At least 8+ years of experience as a consultant or regulator in human health risk assessment (HHRA) for environmental assessments (EA). Deep knowledge of Health Canada technical guidance and provincial regulatory frameworks for environment assessments. Proven ability to lead technical teams to deliver quality work. Preferred Qualifications M.Sc. in Toxicology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline. 12+ years of consulting experience, including leadership roles. Pay Range The anticipated annual base pay is $148,010$208,250 (CAD) . Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). Benefits 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. Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, status as a protected veteran, or qualification as an individual with a disability. ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Recruitment Agency Policy ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr