Land, Permitting, and Regulatory Advisor

Job Description

Position: Regulatory Advisor

Location: Edmonton AB

Type: Permanent on-site

Start Date: August 17^th 2026

Position Overview:

Our client an international engineering procurement and construction management company is seeking a Regulatory Advisor to coordinate land permitting and regulatory requirements on oil & gas energy and power generation industrial projects.

Job Requirements:

• Coordinate regulatory and permitting activities throughout the engineering phase of major projects.
• Prepare and submit applications for permits and licenses for upstream downstream and pipeline projects.
• Develop comprehensive permitting roadmaps tailored to Canadian regulations.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory and environmental practices to internal teams and clients.
• Interface with regulatory agencies maintaining professional communication and compliance.
• Develop and manage databases of regulatory frameworks for corporate and project use.
• Support inspections and audits by compiling technical documentation and assessments.
• Interpret and apply relevant policies standards and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Support the development of environmental assessments and industrial approval applications.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 710 years of experience in regulatory and permitting roles ideally in large-scale oil & gas energy and power generation industrial projects.
• Direct permitting experience during the engineering phases of major capital projects.
• Proven background working with international companies and regulatory agencies across Alberta and British Columbia.
• Post-secondary degree (college or university) in engineering environmental science or related field.
• Strong understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and general arrangements (GAs).
• Knowledge of Canadian regulatory frameworks; BC-specific certifications are an asset.