Managing Technical Consultant, Terrestrial Ecology
ERM
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Smithers • 🇨🇦 Canada
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💰 CA$93,309 - CA$103,831 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Develop and direct terrestrial ecology and soil science field programs primarily in BC, Alberta and Northern Canada
- Preparation of environmental effect assessments for and associated management plans in compliance with applicable federal, provincial/territorial requirements
- Develop various environmental permitting applications for projects in the mining, energy, and infrastructure development sectors
- Perform project delivery activities such as survey field work, data collection, literature review, technical report writing, and developing recommendations for clients
- Prepare proposals, including development of scopes and cost estimates, and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads
- Work on multiple projects within client’s scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables
- Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, land owners, Indigenous communities, and clients during field activities
- Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees worldwide
Requirements
- B.Sc. degree in Sciences, Environmental Engineering or related field
- M.Sc. preferred
- Designation as a Qualified Professional in Alberta and/or BC, or immediate eligibility
- 5+ years of environmental consulting experience; prior experience in government, mining or energy sectors, or First Nation consultation are considered assets
- Environmental Assessment and associated permitting experience in BC/Alberta/Northern Canada
- Expertise with Federal, Provincial and Territorial regulations and guidelines pertaining to survey methodologies, environmental assessment, and mitigation planning
- Strong upland and wetland plant identification
- Detailed understanding of rare plant and invasive plant species survey methodologies following provincial standards, guidelines, and procedures
- Detailed understanding of terrestrial ecosystem mapping under relevant provincial systems (e.g., biogeoclimatic ecosystem classification)
- Detailed understanding of soil surveys and mapping under relevant provincial systems
- Experience completing terrestrial ecosystem mapping projects in BC according to provincial standards, guidelines and procedures is considered an asset
- Strong commitment to safety, including following established health and safety protocols
- Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required
- Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area
Benefits
- paid time off
- paid parental leave
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability and AD&D insurance
- 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
- and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
environmental effect assessmentsenvironmental permitting applicationsdata collectiontechnical report writingupland plant identificationwetland plant identificationterrestrial ecosystem mappingsoil surveysrare plant survey methodologiesinvasive plant species survey methodologies
Soft skills
communicationorganizational skillstime managementcollaborative relationshipsinitiativecommitment to safetyability to prioritizeability to meet deadlines
Certifications
B.Sc. degree in SciencesM.Sc. degree (preferred)Qualified Professional designation in AlbertaQualified Professional designation in BC