Agrologist​/Agronomist Project Manager

Position Type: Full Time

Compensation: $75,000-$100,000 per year, based on experience

We're looking for a BC-based Agrologist / Agronomist Project Manager to lead sustainable residuals management projects and help SYLVIS Make Waste History. If you have strong agronomy and project management experience, enjoy building relationships with clients and landowners, and thrive delivering results on time and on budget, this is your opportunity to make an impact. You'll manage large-scale projects, mentor team members, and apply science-based solutions for biosolids, wood ash, and other residuals.

SYLVIS is an established residuals management firm committed to providing industry-leading environmental consulting and operational services to a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We are a group of professionals pioneering innovative solutions to beneficially use residuals. Headquartered in Metro Vancouver, we have been Making Waste History for more than 35 years and foster an environment where curiosity and initiative are highly valued.

SYLVIS is looking to expand its reach by growing across North America and is looking for employees that approach life with a desire to always learn, evolve, and grow.

The BC-based Agrologist / Agronomist Project Manager position is an opportunity to join a growing team of professionals passionate about the SYLVIS mission to Make Waste History through sustainable residuals management. With proven agronomy experience in soils and fertilization and strong project management skills, this role will be responsible for managing large client-based projects implementing the beneficial use of biosolids and/or other residuals (wood ash, pulp and paper residuals, etc.).

The Agrologist / Agronomist Project Manager will be empowered to lead their project teams with a high level of autonomy to deliver exceptional results on time and on budget. They will use their experience in agriculture and exceptional communication skills to build rapport with clients, land partners, and agricultural producers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Use project management skills to deliver large-scale operational residuals management projects on-time and on-budget.
• Use interpersonal skills to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment both internally and externally. You will develop and maintain key relationships with clients, landowners, and interested parties.
• Use exceptional communication skills to conduct tours for our clients and the public.
• Use knowledge of residuals, agronomy, soil science, fertilization, and plant science to ensure projects are regulatory compliant and executed according to best practices.
• Use writing and technical skills to author and sign off on land application plans, regulatory documents, and project reports.
• Use organization skills to develop and maintain meticulous project records and documentation.
• Use mentoring skills to support junior employees and foster a culture of learning, growth, and operational safety.

• Degree in a relevant environmental science-based discipline (e.g. agronomy, plant science, soil science, environmental management, environmental engineering)
• Professional designation (PAg, RPBio, PEng) with practice area(s) relevant to residuals management

• Minimum of five years experience in a relevant role
• Minimum of two years experience signing as a qualified professional in agriculture, forestry, or reclamation
• In depth knowledge of environmental regulations enabling fertilizer and residuals land application in British Columbia
• Excellent professional writing and oral communication skills
• A can-do attitude and superior attention to detail and quality
• Ability to travel to operational sites throughout British Columbia
• Experience managing subcontractors

SYLVIS is committed to offering best-in-class benefits for its employees and is focused on employee satisfaction and retention. Benefits available to permanent employees include:

• Profit Share:
  Annual program based on company performance
• Tech Perks:
  Laptop, cell phone and monthly plan to keep you connected
• Extended Healthcare Coverage:
  Dental, Vision, Prescriptions, Paramedical
• Insurance:
  Long Term Disability Insurance, Emergency Travel Medical Insurance
• Employee Wellness:
  Sparrow virtual healthcare and mental health concierge
• Lifestyle Support: $400 per year to support active living and sustainable behaviours (e.g. fitness memberships, public transit passes, or other wellness-related activities)
• Field Gear Allowance:
  Up to $475 per year for work gear
• Professional Growth:
  Training opportunities, and dues reimbursement for a relevant professional designation
• Paid Time Off:
  Three weeks paid vacation to start plus 13 paid statutory holidays
• Work Flexibility:
  Option to work from home one day per week
• Fun and Supportive Environment:
  Participate in social activities and celebration of achievements

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