Project Manager, Biologist

Pinchin; Kingston; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinchin Ltd. is looking for a motivated Project Manager (Biologist / Ecologist) to join their Environmental Science team. The role involves managing ecological projects, leading field studies, and ensuring quality reports. Competitive salary and flexible work arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Mentoring

Career development

Flexible work environment

Paid days off

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience, with project management experience preferred.
• Skills in identifying Ontario flora and fauna, including Species at Risk.

Responsibilities

• Design and direct technical work for ecological projects.
• Manage budgets and schedules for various projects.
• Lead biological field studies and technical reports.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biology

Post-secondary diploma in Ecology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Timmins, Sault Ste. Marie, Barrie, Hamilton, London, St. Catharines, Tilbury, Waterloo ON

Pinchin Ltd. is seeking a motivated Project Manager (Biologist / Ecologist) to join our growing Environmental Science (ENS) team in Northern Ontario. The successful candidate will report to the Operations Manager or Regional Director and contribute to the growth of the ENS group in Ontario. Remote or flexible work arrangements will be considered.

The Project Manager will be expected to:

1. Design and direct technical work.
2. Prepare disciplinary and coordinate multidisciplinary proposals.
3. Manage budgets and schedules.
4. Ensure report quality and provide technical training.
5. Assist with strategic business development.

The successful candidate will support Pinchin's land development services and work on various biological/ecological projects mainly in real estate, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Biological work will focus on natural environment baseline and monitoring studies for land development, including due diligence, permitting, and construction projects.

A Day in the life of an ENS Project Manager at Pinchin :

1. Lead biological field studies and technical reports.
2. Manage and train field staff, oversee data collection.
3. Review background sources for environmental opportunities and constraints.
4. Conduct biological investigations, including botanical inventories, habitat classification, and Species at Risk surveys.
5. Review or prepare scientific reports.
6. Coordinate research, data management, analysis, and reporting tasks.
7. Consult with regulatory agencies for background info and review comments.
8. Oversee environmental permits and develop mitigation measures.
9. Monitor environmental features and habitats.
10. Write proposals, schedule fieldwork, and liaise with clients and team members.

What you bring to the Pinchin team :

1. Post-secondary diploma, Bachelor's or Master's in Biology, Ecology, or related field.
2. 4-7 years of relevant experience, with project management experience preferred.
3. Skills in identifying Ontario flora and fauna, including Species at Risk and habitats.
4. Certifications such as Ecological Land Classification, Wetland Evaluation, ISA Arborist, etc., are assets.
5. Knowledge of environmental management, planning, and permits.
6. Understanding of legislation like ESA, Species at Risk Act, and others.
7. Strong organizational and communication skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What’s in it for you :

Competitive salary, benefits, mentoring, career development, community involvement, flexible work environment, paid days off, and more. See all benefits at pinchin.com.

Note: Recruitment may involve online testing, security clearances, and drug testing. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No agency calls.

Why Pinchin?

We value our employees and provide resources for career growth in a culture based on honesty, integrity, and learning.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. offers engineering, sciences, and safety solutions across Canada and the US, promoting diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available during recruitment.