Lead Wetland Ecologist

We are currently seeking a Lead Wetland Ecologist to oversee our team based out of our Edmonton office. This is a full-time permanent position focused on leading vegetation ecology, environmental regulatory applications and related projects. Project work is team-based, safety driven and is completed for the energy, forestry, government, and private landowners throughout the province of Alberta and BC.

About Us
Woodlands North Inc. (2000) has become a leader among environmental and ecological restoration professionals. Woodlands specializes in environmental inventory and spatial analysis to achieve comprehensive ecological restoration objectives and regulatory compliance. With offices in Edmonton and Whitecourt, and operations throughout the province of Alberta, Woodlands is growing our proud team of professionals to provide our customers with innovative technologies and working solutions.

All work positions are vital for our safe operations, delivering value to our clients and maintaining our leadership position in environmental and ecological restoration services.

Position Responsibilities

This position is responsible for safe and efficient project work

Manage the Wetland Team and project work

Lead and manage project deliverables and working relationships with Woodlands’ peers and management, regulators, and clients

Provide senior direction, business development and strategy development to Woodlands

Maintain regulatory compliance and best management practices for vegetation and wetlands management

Support our wetlands mobile technology, spatial data set integrity and web enabled dashboard

Provide senior ecology review of reports and data analysis

Support mentorship and inspire the professional development of Woodlands employees

Position Requirements and Qualifications

Knowledgeable in current best management practices and regulatory requirements for wetland assessments and regulatory applications

University Degree or technical diploma is required in Environmental, Earth Science, Forestry, Biology, Engineering, Geomatics or Surveying

Authenticating Wetland Professional with professional registration in one of Alberta’s Professional Regulatory Organizations

5 or more years of relevant experience

Advanced technical writing, data analysis, reporting, and communication skills

GIS and geospatial data analysis knowledge or experience is considered an asset

Previous teaching experience with data or ecological based subjects is considered an asset

Ability to demonstrate leadership, quality, safety, and customer service focus

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Salary is competitive and based on level of experience and education. Woodlands offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment. Applicants are to submit a cover letter with a resume in a MS Word or PDF format by February 28, 2026. Only suitable applicants will be contacted. For more information visit

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