Job Description

Spencer Environmental Management Services Ltd. has been providing environmental and biophysical impact assessments, environmental planning, conservation planning, wetland-related services, and environmental permit acquisition services in support of capital project design, construction and operation for over 40 years. Spencer currently has an opening for a highly motivated, versatile environmental scientist/ecologist with strong wetland skills to join our team.Job Details:

• permanent, full-time (typically 40 hrs/wk with flexibility to respond to dynamic project needs);

• based in Edmonton (required); some opportunity to WFH

• occasional, short-term travel to project sites throughout Alberta required

• start date to be negotiated with successful candidate

• compensation to be commensurate with candidate's experience and skills

Job duties and opportunities for growth include:

• undertake field assessments

• manage and analyze biophysical data, prepare technical reports and contribute to environmental/biophysical assessments

• assist with environmental permit acquisition

• assist with project management and client liaison

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in ecology, conservation biology, botany or related discipline, with at least 5 years of professional experience; equivalencies will be considered

• at least 5 years of consulting experience is preferred

• eligible to work in Canada (i.e., Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident)

• P.Biol. accreditation or eligibility to register as a P.Biol. in Alberta; B.I.T. may be considered

• eligible to hold a valid Class 5 driver's license, with no restrictions

• knowledgeable about Alberta landscapes and ecological regions

• experience working independently in field settings

• strong desire to contribute to science-based environmental management and successful project delivery as an integrated team member

Demonstrated skills/areas of excellence:

• plan and conduct field surveys for one or more of the following: vegetation, wildlife, wetlands

• acquisition of federal and provincial environmental permits

• preparation of environmental impact assessments

• technical report preparation

• strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with others, including scientists, regulators, engineers, construction personnel

• critical thinking, problem-solving, effective time management, responding to dynamic work conditions and hours

• Assessment, monitoring, and reporting

Why choose us:Spencer Environmental is a successful environmental consulting company active throughout Alberta, offering employees a competitive financial compensation/benefits package, a dynamic and rewarding work environment, and the opportunity to grow your career through meaningful contributions to multi-disciplinary teams. For additional information about our firm, visit . If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a resume with cover letter to:Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alberta Society of Professional Biologists