Vegetation Ecologist

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for the position of Vegetation Ecologist
, supporting our EDI Prince George or Calgary team on various projects throughout western 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.

• 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

Since EDI started 30 years ago, our people have defined our culture and have been instrumental in our success. As we continue to grow, we look for team members who want to make a difference by helping people and the environment. Our culture focuses on teamwork, a positive attitude, and adaptability to dynamic situations. We promote innovation at all levels. Our members are self-motivated, enthusiastic for continual improvement and effective communicators.

Through relationships built among team members, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company.

• Conducting/assisting with vegetation surveys including vegetation inventories, listed plant species surveys and weed surveys across various regions throughout western Canada

• Conducting/assisting with wetland classification surveys

• Conducting/assisting with data entry, analysis and technical reporting including environmental screenings, permit applications, environmental assessments, environmental management plans, and as-built monitoring reports

• Traversing by foot and/or utility vehicle safely through remote, forested, and variable terrain

• Supporting other staff/projects within EDI

• Participating proactively in EDI’s health and safety program

• Assisting with terrestrial (i.e., vegetation and/or soils) field data collection for a variety of project type

• The desire to grow their career in an established, employee-owned company

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with exceptional time management skills

• Knowledge of regulatory processes/applications and industry/market sector requirements

• Professional report writing skills

• The capacity to work in a dynamic environment with senior support

• The ability to prioritize and manage several deadlines and clients

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, coupled with enthusiasm for continual improvement

• The ability to conduct fieldwork in remote locations and/or travel between offices

• The aptitude to work collaboratively and effectively with junior, intermediate and senior staff of different disciplines, within teams on various projects of differing complexity, and with First Nations, sub-consultants and government agencies

• A minimum of 5 years of related experience (or equivalent)

• BSc degree in biology or related discipline(s); MSc degree optional

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

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of:
– Terrestrial ecosystem mapping or land cover classification
– Rare plant, weed, and vegetation surveys
– Rangeland health assessments
– Wetland classification (Alberta wetland assessment experience an asset)

• Demonstrated experience in technical analysis and writing

• Class 5 driver’s licence

Final date to receive applications:
August 31, 2025

The typical compensation range for this position is from $69,000 – $110,000 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.

If you are ready for new challenges and a rewarding career experience, please email your resume and cover letter in confidence to: with EDI in the subject line. Only candidates requested for personal interviews will be contacted.