Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and technically-oriented intermediate wildlife biologist with consulting experience to support the development and implementation of follow-up monitoring studies associated with a major infrastructure project in BC. This individual should have a background in implementing scientifically rigorous studies, be an excellent writer, be able to work effectively in a team environment.

Ausenco is a global company redefining what\'s possible across 26 offices in 14 countries. This role is based in Canada with future possibilities of involvement in the delivery of projects within North and South America.

About the role

You have strong interpersonal skills, are knowledgeable of the scientific method, and have experience working collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams, implementing monitoring programs, summarizing data and interpreting results, and writing technical reports. You are committed to delivering high-quality work to Ausenco\xe2\x80\x99s existing clients, as well as pursuing new opportunities. A background in coastal ecology, shorebirds, or other waterbirds and experience in designing/implementing monitoring programs within a Before-After-Control-Impact (BACI) framework are assets.

Your Responsibilities

In your role, you will have the opportunity to take on a wide variety of tasks. Some examples include:

• Working under the direction of senior staff to assist in the design and implementation of wildlife monitoring programs in support of permitting new projects or verifying effects assessment predictions of existing projects.
• Assisting in the development of scopes of work and budgets for proposals.
• Summarizing / analyzing data
• Writing technical reports
• Being a champion for safety and quality.

Qualifications

You are solutions-oriented and have the following skills:

• A university degree in biology or a related field.
• A professional designation (e.g., R.P.Bio or P.Biol.) or eligibility for a designation.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting scientifically rigorous wildlife programs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• An understanding of ecological methods and statistics and demonstrated experience interpreting data/results.
• Ability to think independently and strategically, maintain a positive attitude, be self-motivated and employ a strong work initiative.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Available to travel as required and sometimes on short notice for projects and other engagements.
• Excellent communication skills, to communicate technical information to key staff including project managers and clients.

Bonus points

The following attributes may give you a competitive edge:

• A master\'s degree in a relevant field
• Expertise in visual and auditory identification of waterbirds (shorebirds, waterfowl, sea ducks).
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation gained through formal studies or practical experience.
• Experience in analyzing complex datasets using R software package.
• Experience in designing rigorous monitoring studies.

About Us

Working for Ausenco means you won\xe2\x80\x99t settle for the status quo \xe2\x80\x93 you\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of a forward-thinking, culturally diverse organisation. We expect our people to deliver outstanding results and will give you the licence to find a better way forward for your clients and stakeholders.

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, we provide employees with a wide range of growth opportunities and training programs to build your skills and pursue your career path.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense \xe2\x80\x93 gender, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual. #LI-Remote

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