Field Biologist & Environmental Consultant

Dillon Consulting Limited; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share purchase plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous retirement savings plan

Student loan repayment assistance with

Flexible work hours and hybrid options

Early Career Development (ECD) program

Focus on Innovation

Employee and Family Assistance program

Wellness Subsidy

Job summary

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking a Biologist to join our Natural Resource Management Discipline. The role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects across Alberta and Western Canada, with a focus on integrated client service.

Based in Edmonton, you will operate within a multidisciplinary team, participate in professional development, and enjoy flexible hybrid work arrangements. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology or related environmental sciences.
• Be a Professional Biologist (P.Biol or RPBio) or Biologist in Training (BIT), or able to obtain designation within three years of hire
• 2–5 years work experience in environmental consulting, industrial, regulatory, or academic setting.
• Working knowledge of Alberta’s and/or British Columbia environmental regulations.
• Full valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various field programs across Alberta and Western Canada and collect field data (fresh water/ marine aquatics, wildlife surveys, habitat classification, vegetation surveys, water quality).
• Provide environmental field support during construction activities, monitor compliance with permits and regulations, and audit onsite practices.
• Prepare technical reports and memos related to environmental assessments.
• Collaborate with project managers and team members including biologists, ecologists, engineers, planners, and environmental scientists.
• Business travel upon request.

Skills

Field data collection

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Biology or related field

Professional Biologist designation or eligibility within 3 years

Tools

Job description

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking a Biologist to join our Natural Resource Management Discipline. The role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects across Alberta and Western Canada, with a focus on integrated client service.

Based in Edmonton, you will operate within a multidisciplinary team, participate in professional development, and enjoy flexible hybrid work arrangements. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.