Biologist 2

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking an Intermediate Biologist in Saskatoon to support environmental permitting and compliance monitoring. The role involves conducting wildlife and vegetation surveys while working on multidisciplinary projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience in managing biological projects. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Competitive compensation and an inclusive workplace culture are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years experience managing biological/environmental projects.
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental permitting and perform compliance monitoring.
• Conduct wildlife, vegetation, and aquatics surveys.
• Prepare technical reports for clients and regulators.

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is seeking an Intermediate Biologist to support environmental permitting, perform compliance monitoring, and conduct wildlife, vegetation and/or aquatics surveys on projects throughout western Canada. This unique opportunity combines permitting, monitoring, field surveys, and reporting in support of projects in our transportation, water, and natural resources market sectors. Successful candidates will work on multidisciplinary projects including rail, pipeline, linear developments, and mining projects to address current and future challenges. This position will provide the successful candidate with unique experiences in multifaceted provincial and federal permitting and analysis in close coordination with project team members and subject matter experts that will foster learning and skill development across multiple disciplines and project types.

Primary responsibilities in this role include planning for and carrying out field work, conducting focused surveys and habitat assessments, coordinating with regulatory agencies, preparing technical reports for clients and regulators and performing other project-related duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, ecology, limnology or closely related field
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Environmental monitoring experience
• Multidisciplinary experience is considered an asset (e.g., experience working in a variety of biological disciplines including wildlife, vegetation, and soils)
• Knowledge of federal and provincial environmental permitting and related environmental processes is strongly preferred
• Experience with biological impacts analyses (provincial and federal permitting)
• General knowledge of construction monitoring, including during frozen conditions
• Experience interpreting and evaluating project specific Environmental Protection Plans considered an asset

Quantitative and analytical skills will be helpful.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience managing biological/environmental projects
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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