Hybrid Aquatic Discipline Lead – Western Canada

AECOM; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

AECOM in Canada seeks an experienced Aquatic Discipline Lead for Western Canada to direct ecological practices, set technical standards, and guide project delivery. You will work with interdisciplinary teams across BC and beyond, ensuring high-quality results and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor staff, support business development, and align practice-wide excellence with client needs. Hybrid work options and meaningful, wide-ranging projects are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Aquatics, Water Quality, Marine Biology, Environment Related Technical discipline, etc.)
• 8+ years consulting experience leading environmental projects
• Experience with regulatory applications and reporting requirements in BC
• Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with BC’s College of Applied Biologists (or eligible)
• Valid BC driver's License

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve technical standards, protocols, and best practices for aquatic work in BC and across Canada
• Provide technical expertise on EPP Ecology and Permitting projects, including reviewing work scopes and client deliverables
• Ensure technical excellence and consistency through project oversight and quality reviews
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement by applying lessons learned
• Mentor staff and support career development
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to pursuits and proposals

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory understanding

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aquatics/Environmental discipline

Tools

Regulatory reporting

Job description

AECOM in Canada seeks an experienced Aquatic Discipline Lead for Western Canada to direct ecological practices, set technical standards, and guide project delivery. You will work with interdisciplinary teams across BC and beyond, ensuring high-quality results and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor staff, support business development, and align practice-wide excellence with client needs. Hybrid work options and meaningful, wide-ranging projects are offered.