Job Description

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Our client is currently seeking an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist for our Biophysical Team, based out of our Calgary, Alberta office. The Biophysical division provides an overall environmental planning and management approach for new developments and operational programs. Key services include regulatory approval applications, pre-disturbance site assessments and environmental monitoring. The successful candidate will possess exceptional knowledge of wildlife related regulations with experience in client and project.

Key Responsibilities

\xc2\xb7 Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals including Agrologists, Air Quality Specialists, Biologists, Engineers, Foresters, and Hydrogeologists and provide technical leadership and guidance on the wildlife biology and regulations.

\xc2\xb7 Provide leadership and mentorship to the existing wildlife team and oversee all aspects of data collection, quality assurance, and reporting.

\xc2\xb7 Develop and execute biophysical assessments for wildlife and wildlife habitat \xe2\x80\x93 with additional specialized areas of expertise is beneficial (i.e. caribou, bats, avian, amphibians).

\xc2\xb7 Develop quality scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.

\xc2\xb7 Provide guidance, training (field and office), and direction to junior and intermediate team members to ensure the completion and accuracy of project scopes of work.

\xc2\xb7 Prepare, review, and edit technical proposals, regulatory applications, and reports.

\xc2\xb7 Stay current on the applicable provincial and federal legislation and general trends in the technical field.

\xc2\xb7 Assist with the preparation and development of best practices, standards, and procedures for our clients to mitigate project risks and support operations.

\xc2\xb7 Support the growth of the biophysical division by developing relationships with existing and future clients as well as government and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Qualifications

\xc2\xb7 At least 5 years of consulting experience related to biology, preferably conducting, and managing wildlife studies.

\xc2\xb7 B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field.

\xc2\xb7 Member of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists.

\xc2\xb7 Strong wildlife identification skills, especially for birds (visual and auditory).

\xc2\xb7 Extensive experience designing and leading wildlife programs, including wildlife and wildlife habitat surveys, breeding bird surveys, amphibian surveys, reptile surveys, and pre-construction nest sweeps.

\xc2\xb7 Working knowledge of the Water Act, Alberta Wildlife Act, Public Lands Act, Species at Risk Act, Migratory Bird Convention Act, and the Master Schedule of Standards of Conditions related to Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s Enhanced Approval Process (EAP).

\xc2\xb7 Detail-oriented with strong time management and leadership skills.

\xc2\xb7 Strong field skills and the ability to transfer field knowledge to junior and intermediate staff.

\xc2\xb7 Effective technical writing skills, including report and proposal preparation, and the experience to provide technical reviews and edits.

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge on wetland and aquatic habitat assessments for the purposes of wetland impact reporting and project mitigation would be seen as beneficial.

Preference will be given to candidates with regulatory experience in the oil and gas, renewable energy, emergency spill response, and mining industries. Experience with leading and managing teams will also be considered an asset. Compensation will be based upon candidate experience.

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