Ecologist - Intermediate Job Calgary area,Alberta Canada,Science

At GHD we are committed to addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of energy, water and communities.

About us
We are a global network of multi-disciplinary professionals providing clients with integrated solutions through engineering, environmental, design and construction expertise.

Our future-focused, innovative approaches connect and support communities around the world, building resiliency and sustainability for generations to come.

Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 11,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents.

Who are we looking for?

This is where you come in! We are seeking an Intermediate Ecologist to join our Western Canada team of environmental professionals who are “lifelong learners”, who improve our physical, social and natural environments; empower our local communities and collectively shape the world around us.

With a network of over 1,000 environmental professionals throughout North America who are driven to achieve; you’ll have the autonomy and opportunity to learn from industry leaders and discover your path. Our industry leaders have strong community ties with in-depth terrestrial and aquatic knowledge and a portfolio of expansive projects throughout North America.

The Intermediate Ecologist will be responsible for the collection, analysis and interpretation of biological survey data collected from project sites. Strong field skills in the identification of plants and wildlife (birds, herptiles, fish), vegetation community typing and mapping, wetland delineation and classification, sediment and water sampling, soil classification, and wildlife salvage are an asset. This person will work with Senior Ecologists and other biological staff as a team on projects.

Preparation of various types of reports will be required including Environmental Impact Assessments, Biophysical Assessments, Restoration Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plans, and Environmental Assessments. Consideration will be made for intermediate ecologists that specialize in either terrestrial or aquatic disciplines.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of duties and will see you involved in:

Provide technical expertise with a strong field background in wildlife, botany, ecological land classification, wetland function and delineation, fish and fish habitat, and/or arborist surveys

Lead, coordinate, and/or conduct field surveys including targeted efforts for Species at Risk, habitat assessments, and compensation and/or permitting requirements

Conduct wetland evaluations and boundary delineations

Support the development of proposals

Support the development of scopes (including field workplans), reporting and provincial and federal permitting, authorizations, and approvals (Water Sustainability Act, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, WLRS, Environmental Assessment Office, Species At Risk Act, Alberta Wetland Policy, Environmental Protection EA,

Complete detailed literature reviews of projects including official plans, provincial legislation and regulations, consultant reports, GIS sources, scientific literature and biological databases

Provide data compilation and interpretation and analysis

Coordinate, write, and/or provide technical input in support of natural environment components of Environmental Impact Assessments, Biophysical Assessments, Restoration Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plans, and Environmental Assessments and other natural resource related deliverables

Work with peers and mentor other intermediate and junior staff in all aspects of environmental consulting, while fostering an energetic and collaborative environment

What you bring to the team:

Bachelor degree in science or environmental studies, university or equivalent

Minimum 5-7 years of related work experience required

Previous experience working at an environmental consulting firm, provincial regulator, or non-government organization as a biologist or ecologist

Ideal candidate will have British Columbia or Alberta based certifications or training (. Ecological Land Classification, Riparian Health…