We are seeking a Senior Terrestrial Biologist or Ecologist for our Ecological Services Team in Mississauga. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of monitoring and assessment programs in support of mining, nuclear and linear infrastructure development and other projects as their skillset applies.
Field work may include the collection of water, sediment, benthic macroinvertebrates and fish and surveys for birds, bats, mammals, other wildlife, Protected Species in Ontario, trees and other vegetation. In addition, the successful candidate will support and be involved in data summary, data analysis, report preparation, and quality/peer review.
The position may require travel to locations throughout Canada for periods as long as two weeks with expenses paid. The successful candidate may be required to conduct fieldwork in inclement weather, at remote field locations. In addition, some field programs require night work - when active sampling of nocturnal organisms is required. All of which would have expenses included and with recognition of appropriate health and safety concerns and mitigation measures.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for ecological services.
- Serve as a senior advisor to clients (internal and external) by providing strategic guidance on environmental risks, permitting pathways, regulatory compliance and impact avoidance, mitigation and offsetting strategies.
- Design field work for a variety of projects, such as environmental assessments, biological surveys, environmental monitoring, etc.
- Prepare technical specifications and reports (e.g. Fish and Fish Habitat, Existing Conditions, Environmental Impact Statement, Species Conservation Plans, Request for Review and Fisheries Act Authorizations, etc.).
- Take on an active role in expanding the Ecological Services line, particularly in support of Environmental Assessment and Impact Assessment both provincially and federally.
- Lead the strategic growth of the Ecological Services practice by identifying emerging market opportunities, regulatory trends, new service offerings and client needs.
- Develop and maintain client relationships, support proposal development, and pursue strategic business opportunities that contribute to practice growth.
- Lead the development and implementation of new business lines, technical services and market initiatives in response to evolving industry and regulatory requirements.
- Plan field work logistics, lead teams, and provide oversight.
- Act as a technical champion within the Ecological Services team by fostering knowledge sharing, mentoring staff, developing training programs, and supporting continuous improvement through technical guidance documents, SOPs and lessons learned.
- Project Management, delivery and budget tracking of minor to complex projects.