Environmental Monitor

Connexa Group (formerly CORE Geomatics) is a multi-service firm offering integrated geomatics, environmental and land use planning services. We believe the most valuable asset an organization has is its people. Our team members are dynamic, energetic, entrepreneurial and creative, but most importantly, they are the company. We lead the industry by adopting new technology and finding creative solutions that improve efficiency and allow for a flexible work environment.

Whether your career with Connexa is in the field or the office, you'll find we adapt to the ever-changing workplace.

We're looking for an intermediate Environmental Monitor / Coordinator based in Edmonton, AB to lead environmental monitoring and coordination on construction, mining, hydro and pipeline projects across Central and Northern Alberta. You'll also work as a Resource Specialist on biophysical, wildlife and fisheries work, act as Field Lead when needed, and mentor junior field staff. Ideally, you're an experienced Alberta field professional who wants to grow with an innovative, forward-thinking company.

This is a hybrid role, about 70% in the field and 30% working from a home office in the Edmonton area. You'll:

• Coordinate and deliver environmental monitoring on multi-disciplinary construction, mining, hydro and pipeline projects
• Lead monitoring on active construction sites, working directly with contractors and client representatives to make sure work complies with Alberta permits, approvals and environmental protection plans
• Work as a Resource Specialist on biophysical assessments, wildlife surveys, water quality and fisheries work, and act as Field Lead on these assignments from time to time
• Mentor junior environmental staff in the field and help them build their monitoring, assessment and reporting skills
• Work with Connexa team members, client field representatives, contractors and Alberta regulators, and explain monitoring findings and compliance issues clearly to non-technical audiences
• Prepare monitoring reports and correspondence for client and regulatory review
• Complete office reporting, QA/QC, data entry and timely submission of field data
• Attend meetings and training sessions as needed
• Support recruitment and onboarding of junior field staff where applicable

You'll have intermediate-level expertise in one or more of these areas, and working knowledge across most:

• Environmental monitoring and construction inspection
• Regulatory compliance monitoring (e.g., Environmental Protection Plan implementation)
• Erosion and sediment control
• Soil sampling (baseline and contaminated)
• Air quality
• Wildlife sweeps (year-round identification of dens, nests, mineral licks and other key features)
• Water quality monitoring (turbidity)
• Fish salvage and habitat assessment
• Pipeline HDD monitoring

• Field shifts are typically 2–10 days, with longer shifts possible, and include overnight stays in hotels or camps
• Projects are mostly in Central and Northern Alberta, with possible travel elsewhere in Western Canada
• Expect to be available for field work up to 20 days a month, including up to 2 weekends a month, with 10–11 days off a month (excluding vacation and personal days)
• Work in remote locations and challenging conditions, including muddy roads, steep terrain, dense vegetation and snow
• Walk extended distances and carry field equipment, such as soil sampling tools, weighing up to 30 lb
• Drive light-duty trucks, ATVs, UTVs and trailers
• Use navigation and data collection tools such as Garmin GPS, Avenza, Collector and similar platforms

• A diploma or bachelor's degree in conservation biology, land reclamation, environmental science, natural resource management, forestry or a related field
• 5–9 years of relevant experience in Alberta, with intermediate-level technical and coordination skills
• An Alberta professional designation (e.g., P.Biol. or P.Ag.), or clear eligibility to obtain one
• Experience acting as a Field Lead
• Intermediate to advanced reporting skills
• A track record of mentoring and guiding junior staff in the field
• Confidence working with clients, contractors and Alberta regulators, and making sound in-field decisions independently
• A valid driver's licence
• Experience working as a Qualified Aquatic Environmental Specialist (QAES) or Qualified Wetland Science Practitioner (QWSP) is an asset
• Electrofishing certification is an asset
• A love for being on the road and working in both natural and construction…