Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Senior Wildlife Biologist in our Edmonton office. We are looking for a dynamic individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, who is ready to take that next step in their career.

You have a critical mind for business strategies, and proven abilities to generate work and new opportunities. If you enjoy working with multi-disciplinary technical teams, having input into the growth and direction of a team, and have demonstrated capabilities in leading environmental assessments and assessing terrestrial ecosystems, then we want to hear from you.

What we offer:

• A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible by both bus and LRT and steps away from the River Valley.
• A hybrid work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office. Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
• Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office and offers subsidized tickets to local events like Taste of Edmonton.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Developing and implementing field inventory programs (e.g., vegetation, wildlife, habitat characterization) and evaluating impacts on terrestrial ecosystem values.
• Managing projects, leading multi-disciplinary project teams and responding to client requests.
• Leading and completing environmental assessments, including impact assessments, environmental evaluations, environmental risk assessments and navigating regulatory approval processes.
• Providing leadership and direction in business development activities including client identification, contact and marketing for the Alberta market.
• Developing work opportunities with other environmental and engineering sector experts within and external to the company.
• Contributing to oversight, mentorship and coordination of staff in the Edmonton office.
• Preparing technical reports, proposals and design briefs.
• Preparing and delivering presentations on project outcomes internally and / or to clients and regulators.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers.

Job Requirements

What you will bring to the table:

• Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in a relevant pure or applied science.
• 10+ years of consulting experience specific to managing multi-disciplinary projects.
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration (e.g. P.Ag., P.Biol.).
• Working knowledge of the provincial regulatory system related to wildlife and species inventories.
• Strong wildlife identification skills, with a focus on bird identification (visual and auditory).
• Experience with invertebrate, amphibian, mammal, and species at risk surveys considered an asset.
• GIS capabilities are considered an asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment.
• Ability to manage diverse projects and budgets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and provide supervisory support to other team members.
• Ability to travel for short periods of time.
• Valid driver's license.

If you have the right background and would like to join a Platinum Club Member of Canada's Best Managed Companies Program, forward your resume and cover letter in confidence to: Suzanne Card (cards@ae.ca) - please include the position title and location in the subject line. If you wish to be considered for other similar positions, please create an account and apply through our application system. We thank all applicants but will only contact those candidates selected for interviews.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.