Biological Permitting Project Manager

Pinchin in Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Biological Permitting Project Manager to join their dynamic Environmental Science team. This role involves leading exciting biological and ecological projects while fostering a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental consulting, project management, and technical writing. With a commitment to employee development and community involvement, this firm offers a supportive culture where you can thrive and make a significant impact on environmental initiatives. Join a forward-thinking team that values integrity and social responsibility.

Benefits

Three weeks paid vacation

Paid personal days

Wellness spending account

Reimbursement for association membership dues

Casual dress code

Corporate hotel rates

Mentoring and career development programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting or regulatory agencies.
• Proven ability to manage field assessments and technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of aquatic and terrestrial projects.
• Assign and support staff in environmental consulting projects.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Project Management

Technical Writing

Field Assessments

Regulatory Applications

Education

Master's Degree in Fisheries Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Diploma in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Abbotsford Office
34143 Marshall Rd
Abbotsford, BC V2S, CAN

Abbotsford Office
34143 Marshall Rd
Abbotsford, BC V2S, CAN

Victoria Office
3645 Tillicum Rd
Victoria, BC V8Z 4H7, CAN

Victoria Office
3645 Tillicum Rd
Victoria, BC V8Z 4H7, CAN

Richmond, Abbotsford, Victoria, or Kelowna, BC

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000

Are you passionate about environmental science and looking to make a meaningful impact? Join Pinchin's dynamic Environmental Science (ENS) team as aBiological Permitting Project Manager! We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to lead exciting biological and ecological projects from our Richmond, Abbotsford, Victoria, or Kelowna offices. We are looking for someone who brings ambition, technical skills, and a collaborative energy. We provide a fun, supportive team culture that offers many opportunities to grow.

Why?

At Pinchin, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where talented professionals can thrive. As a Project Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our team and contributing to noteworthy environmental projects. You'll have the opportunity to grow your career, work with a high-performing team, and make a difference in the world. At Pinchin we have a large selection of service lines that work together with each other to support staff in completing projects of various sizes in Canada and the US. We also offer work from home opportunities after onboarding training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the implementation of aquatic, terrestrial, vegetation, and/or wildlife projects.
• Assign and support staff in delivering biological and other environmental consulting projects, including restoration, assessment, permitting, and multidisciplinary projects.
• Enjoy working and contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• While the position is primarily office-based, there are opportunities and periodic requirements to attend the field for certain projects and leverage your technical expertise.
• Be part of an innovative, collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team!

What You Bring to the Pinchin Team:

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience within environmental consulting and/or regulatory agencies (or equivalent experience).
• A master’s degree, bachelor’s or diploma in fisheries biology/management, biological sciences, wildlife, or water/environmental engineering.
• Registration with the College of Applied Biology as a Registered Professional Biologist, Registered Professional Forester, Professional Engineer, or related field is considered an asset.
• Applied experience and skills in assessing and classifying watercourses, identifying wetlands, and assessing wildlife and their habitats are considered assets.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and navigate solutions for fish and fish habitat, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and streams on client projects.
• Proven ability to safely manage and/or lead field assessments of two to four people in a variety of settings and conditions is considered an asset.
• Experience in preparing and managing the preparation of regulatory applications for approval and comprehensive knowledge of navigating and interpreting local government environmental bylaws, Water Sustainability Act, Riparian Areas Protection Regulation, Federal Fisheries Act, Migratory Bird Convention Act, and Species at Risk Act in BC, similar regulations across Canada, and First Nations requirements are considered assets.
• Strong organizational, technical writing, and review skills in a consulting or regulatory environment (or equivalent).
• Ability to work in Canada.
• Valid drivers license considered an asset.

Join Us!

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work on engaging and interesting projects with a great team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of Pinchin's innovative and supportive community!

What’s in it for you:

Of course, we offer competitive salaries and great benefits, but what makes Pinchin stand out from the crowd? Above all else, we care about our employees and the world around us! Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement including many environmental initiatives, a casual dress code, paid personal days, three weeks’ paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, wellness spending account, social activities, team building events, corporate hotel rates and much more! All of this and more in an inclusive, dynamic work environment! Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer: Pinchin Benefits

As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.

Why Pinchin?

Pinchin offers competitive salaries, benefits and three weeks’ paid vacation to start. At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If you’re ready to build on your technical and project management skills, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your career growth. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on integrity, respect, social responsibility and a passion for learning.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada and the US. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.