SERVICES
Environment & Reclamation
Built for complex environments, JDS supports clients through the full lifecycle of challenging projects. Whether through a single service or a fully integrated advisory approach, we align technical, regulatory, political, and partnership systems to keep projects moving efficiently.
Our team brings senior expertise in environmental consulting, regulatory strategy, Indigenous partnerships, government relations, and project execution. We assess environmental conditions, identify potential risks, and develop tailored decommissioning and reclamation plans. Compliance is a priority, and we work closely with clients to secure all necessary permits and approvals – ensuring projects are delivered responsibly, sustainably, and with respect for the land and communities involved.
Environmental conditions are assessed early, risks are clearly defined, and tailored decommissioning and reclamation plans are developed with compliance, responsibility, and respect at the forefront. Permits and approvals are secured through open, honest collaboration with regulators, Indigenous partners, and stakeholders – ensuring projects move forward the right way.
Anchored by our core values, we protect people and the environment, act with integrity, and stand behind every commitment we make.
Because JDS is a relationships-driven organization, trust, transparency, and respect guide every interaction. Strong partnerships are the foundation of every project – and the major reason clients continue to build with us, over and over again.
Closure Planning
JDS blends permitting expertise, environmental science, and hands-on construction and operations experience to deliver practical, responsible closure and reclamation plans.
Environmental assessment/permitting strategy and implementation
Independent third-party reviews
Cumulative effects assessment and modeling
Indigenous-led assessments
Remediation Program Execution
JDS leverages its expertise, knowledge, and resources to execute remediation programs efficiently, safely, and in full alignment with project objectives.
Abatement (hazardous material, asbestos, lead paint);
Structure demolition
Excavation of buried debris
Contaminated soil (petroleum hydrocarbons, heavy metals, PCBs) excavation
Identification, classification, segregation, packaging, transport, and disposal of all hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams generated on-site
Site restoration
Habitat restoration and protection
Structural demolition and hazardous materials abatement (asbestos, lead, mould)
Materials recovery
Facility decommissioning
Lagoon and pond decommissioning, desludging, cleanout and restoration
Mine and landfill reclamation/decommissioning
Environmental Assessment
Environmental assessments are complex. JDS navigates these systems with deep expertise, innovative solutions, clear communication, cultural sensitivity, and dependable quality.
Operational Permitting
JDS combines permitting expertise and operational experience to secure approvals that keep projects running safely and efficiently.
Environmental assessment/permitting strategy and implementation
Independent third-party reviews
Cumulative effects assessment and modeling
Indigenous-led assessments
Due Diligence and Liability Analysis
Through careful due diligence and risk analysis, JDS ensures projects meet regulatory, environmental, and operational standards.
Due diligence
Water management
Mitigation and monitoring programs
Regulatory compliance and reporting
Closure and reclamation planning
RELATED PROJECTS
Environment & Reclamation projects
JDS takes on complex mining challenges while delivering solutions that create lasting value.
My team provides end-to-end environmental assessment, permitting, and reclamation leadership as part of the Owner’s Team, integrating fit-for-purpose design and risk-based, experience driven strategies to deliver project certainty that grows capital investment.
Darren Cowan P.Biol PMP
Vice President, Environment & ReclamationCAREERS
Job openings
At JDS, growth comes with the territory. Our team is built for people who want to take on bigger challenges, sharpen their skills, and be part of something that’s constantly moving forward.