Job Description

Permit Coordinator

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world. We are hiring an Permit Coordinator to join our growing team based in Toronto, Ontario.

The Permit Coordinator will support a transformative transit infrastructure project and will be part of a high-performing project team that is dedicated to delivering this complex undertaking through collaboration and a best-for-project vision.

Your role

Manage construction-related permits, from review through closeout, to ensure compliance with internal policies, site standards, and OHSA regulations.

Monitor permit validity, manage renewals, audit compliance, and verify permit accuracy and approvals.

Lead the development and enhancement of the internal permit system. Identify trends and recommend improvements to permit processes, systems, and training programs.

Develop and deliver permit training for high-risk activities (e.g., WAH, CSE, LOTO, GDP, HWP) in alignment with provincial regulation and site requirements. Maintain training records.

Verify worker competency prior to permit issuance by confirming training, certifications, and authorizations.

Ensure hazards, isolation measures, and emergency procedures are properly identified, documented, and reflected in permit conditions.

Collaborate with supervisors and safety representatives to address hazards, corrective actions, and site-specific risks.

Provide onsite guidance to construction teams on permit requirements and safe work practices.

Conduct field inspections and spot checks to ensure compliance, escalating non-compliance or unsafe conditions as required.

Communicate permit requirements, changes, and expectations to contractors and internal teams. Support stakeholders in understanding permit, training, and competency requirements

Maintain accurate and accessible records for permits, training, audits, and competency verification in accordance with record management standards. (Admin)

Prepare reports and metrics on permit activity and training compliance.

About you

Recent Graduate in the field of Engineering or Environmental or have previous safety experience

Previous field experience in construction industry is considered an asset

Craft Background with Microsoft Suite experience

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Expected compensation for this role is between $65,000 - $85,000 annually (only applicable to Ontario). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeContractual (Fixed Term)

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.