Senior Vegetation Ecologist

Overview
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for the position of  Senior Vegetation Ecologist , supporting our EDI Vegetation Practice Area team on various projects throughout western and northern Canada. In this position, you will provide discipline leadership and collaborate with a team of project managers and biologists to provide practical solutions to our clients.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including health benefits, profit-sharing and employee share ownership programs

A commitment to long-term development through opportunities and support for professional advancement (e.g., internal mentorship, annual professional development budget)

Working with a team of established industry leaders who excel in the fields of aquatic and terrestrial biology

A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding work experience

Responsibilities

Providing senior technical advice, direction, and mentorship

Designing and conducting ecological inventory, effects assessment and monitoring programs, including data analysis and technical report writing, as appropriate

Leading the design, planning and implementation of field programs

Developing regulatory applications and liaising between regulators and clients when necessary

Completing senior technical review and Quality Assurance/Quality Control of vegetation and wetland mapping products and reports, and providing technical sign-off as required for wetland and vegetation deliverables

Managing and coordinating projects, including budget compilation and tracking

Collaborating with the EDI team to execute proposals, including cost estimates

Supporting other staff/projects within EDI

Participating proactively in EDI’s health and safety program

Qualifications

Operational knowledge of provincial/territorial and federal regulatory requirements and processes

A proven record in completing field work productively and safely

Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills

The ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Experience with project management and client liaison

Willingness to travel for field work in remote locations and/or between offices

Experience and interest in mentoring staff and providing support/ supervision

Self-motivation and an ability to respond in a fast-paced environment

Job Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of related experience (or equivalent)

BSc degree in biology or related discipline(s); MSc would be an asset

Registration or eligibility for registration as RPBio, PBiol, RPF, or PAg

Knowledge and experience of terrestrial ecology in western Canada, such as soil science, vegetation ecology and taxonomy (including listed species), Terrestrial Ecosystem Mapping and Ecological and Landscape Classification, wetland ecology, rangeland health, and/or reclamation

Experience in a variety of sectors, including oil and gas, transportation, mining, renewable energy and/or urban development

Compensation
The typical compensation range for this position is from $69,000 – $146,000 annually; the compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

At EDI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. EDI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing environmental company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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