Biologiste intermédiaire/sénior(e)

SNC-Lavalin; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a passionate Senior Biologist based in Quebec. This role involves coordinating environmental studies, managing projects, and mentoring colleagues. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an environment-related field, over 5 years of experience, and strong knowledge of environmental legislation, along with excellent writing and analytical skills. This position offers extensive remote work flexibility and opportunities to contribute to major projects across Canada.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the environmental field.
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation.
• Excellent command of French, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement mandates related to natural environments.
• Coordinate and participate in environmental impact studies.
• Act as a mentor to colleagues.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Project management

Excellent writing skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an environment-related field

Master’s degree in an environment-related field

Tools

Environmental assessment tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Job Description

Overview

The Permitting and Environmental Management team includes nearly 120 employees at all levels across Canada who participate in key projects throughout their lifecycle: from initial assessment of key constraints to strategic development of regulatory approval processes, and compliance management during construction and operation. Our team collaborates on projects to achieve social acceptance and manage our clients’ environmental and sustainability commitments.

We are looking for a passionate and determined individual to act as a Senior Biologist. The position is available throughout Quebec, with home offices in Quebec City, Montreal, Trois-Rivières, Saguenay, Rimouski, or Abitibi, and offers significant flexibility for remote work if desired. By joining the AtkinsRéalis family, you may have opportunities to work on projects in Quebec, across Canada, or even internationally, within a team at the heart of the most ambitious projects in Quebec and Canada—valuing involvement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Your Role

• Coordinate and implement mandates related to natural environments in environmental impact studies and/or environmental authorizations;
• Coordinate and/or participate in environmental impact studies and related studies within a multidisciplinary team;
• Coordinate and/or participate in environmental permit and authorization applications;
• Coordinate/manage multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors as needed;
• Collaborate with various teams and act as an advisor to engineering teams and clients to integrate environmental considerations into projects;
• Review/draft environmental reports (wildlife, vegetation, management plans, environmental effects assessments, etc.);
• Ensure proper budget and schedule management for projects;
• Coordinate and/or participate in preparing high-quality service proposals (strategy, work plan, client meetings, budget, etc.);
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of methodologies, best practices, and emerging innovations in biological characterization and impact assessment;
• Promote a culture of safety and integrity in all activities;
• Act as a mentor to colleagues.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in an environment-related field (Master’s degree is an asset);
• Training in environmental engineering is an asset;
• 5+ years of relevant experience in the environmental field;
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation;
• Excellent writing, analytical, and synthesis skills;
• Ability to work in a team and manage projects;
• Excellent command of French, both written and spoken;
• French-English bilingualism* is an asset.
• Practical knowledge and experience in:
  • Ecology: floristic and ecological inventories, wetland and forest characterization, species with special status, and invasive exotic species;
  • Fish habitat: characterization, scientific fishing, field coordination (an asset);
  • Environmental management: characterization, environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, authorization requests.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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