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AMBER ARTHURS

Shawnigan Lake,Canada

Summary

I am a dedicated professional with a diverse skill set of technical and interpersonal tools to support CVRD solid waste initiatives, including coordination, planning, administration, and technical support. I am known for attention to detail and exceptional multitasking abilities, complemented by a strong aptitude for technology. I'm eager to contribute my diverse experience and expertise as a Senior Environmental Technologist, driving cohesive effectiveness within the team, and committed to fostering collaborative environments that enhance productivity and achieve organizational goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Water Authorizations Specialist

Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
04.2024 - Current
  • Works closely with the Water Manager and other authorizations staff to assess water use applications, prepare work plans and client files, identify priority projects, finalize agenda topics for meetings, and update the status of projects with timeline and budget details.
  • Facilitates meetings between the Ministry and other regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, legal council, First Nations, and community organizations regarding Water Authorizations applications, contract agreements, and progress of ongoing programs.
  • Reviews, prepares, and delivers written and verbal reports from the Ministry to other agencies, committees, community groups and First Nations. Prepares internal reports and memos, and assists with preparing and delivering public education materials, and presentations for in person information events.
  • Performs water licence amendments and contract negotiations for projects, pilot programs and/or Provincial government initiatives.

PROJECT MANAGER/ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

WSP CANADA (ACQUIRED GOLDER IN JAN. 2023)
01.2023 - Current
  • Develops investigation plans for contaminated sites, working closely with clients to establish and confirm the budget and project goals.
  • Performs as the office based technical lead for field investigations.
  • Manages a team of Project Coordinators and Field Technicians. Is responsible for the team schedule, scope and budget.
  • Provides advice on regulatory criteria and standards to develop remediation strategies, and codes of practice for environmental management.
  • Develops and monitors project budgets, reviews contracts and negotiates conditions, contractor pricing and terms.

PROJECT MANAGER/SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECH

GOLDER ASSOCIATES LTD
06.2006 - 01.2023
  • Prepares, reviews and delivers written technical reports for clients, private land owners, Government and municipalities.
  • Coordinates and leads meetings between regulatory agencies, government, the client and consultant.
  • Prepares project timelines, tracks milestones and deliverables, and updates multiple databases and programs to manage schedule and scope.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while working remotely, remains adaptable and flexible.
  • Manages and tracks change orders, applications for payment by contractors and other contractual modifications impacting budget and schedule.
  • Implements and monitors project quality assurance processes.
  • Worked with leadership teams across multiple departments to identify priorities and achieve organizational alignment across various projects.

Education

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY - ENVIRONMENT AND EARTH SCIENCES

KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Richmond, BC
08.2002

Skills

  • Prepares and issues written technical reports, public notices, operational level plans, and engagement letters
  • Interprets provincial and federal rules and regulations as they apply to legislation, environmental work, safety standards and policies
  • Proven and experienced supervisory and mentoring skills with junior staff
  • Delivers presentations to a variety of audiences; First Nations groups, the public, industry professionals, and clients
  • Effectively manages a variety of contractors over a multiphased projects, with overlapping schedules and scopes of work
  • Interprets data and makes timely decisions on project plans and communicates them to stakeholders, team members and regulators

Certification

WHMIS certificate

First Aid Certificate with transportation endorsement

Timeline

Water Authorizations Specialist

Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
04.2024 - Current

PROJECT MANAGER/ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

WSP CANADA (ACQUIRED GOLDER IN JAN. 2023)
01.2023 - Current

PROJECT MANAGER/SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECH

GOLDER ASSOCIATES LTD
06.2006 - 01.2023

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY - ENVIRONMENT AND EARTH SCIENCES

KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

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