Intermediate Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. John

Linxus Group; Fort St. John; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive environmental consulting firm is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist / Project Manager in Fort St. John. You will coordinate and manage environmental services, conduct field assessments, and maintain client relationships. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of relevant experience in the BC oil and gas industry with a focus on environmental regulations. A strong commitment to health and safety is essential. Competitive compensation and work options are offered.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Health Benefits

Wellness Program

RRSP Contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience, ideally in NE BC oil and gas.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the BC College of Applied Biologists or BC Institute for Agrologists preferred.
• Current Safety Tickets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on environmental services related to oil and gas facilities.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Lead field assessments including environmental studies.

Skills

Project planning and logistics coordination

Understanding of environmental regulations

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate in Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Sciences

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Intermediate Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. John

Fort St. John, BC, Canada

CA$ 80,000.00 - 100,000.00 (Canadian Dollar)

Job Openings: Intermediate Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. John

About the job

We are an expanding progressive surface land and environmental consulting firm with an interest in oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, and agricultural industries, as well as municipal authorities throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Canada’s north. We employ a team of over 85 staff members located in our Fairview, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, and Terrace offices, and we offer interdisciplinary expertise to develop environmental solutions for our clients throughout western Canada. For over 40 years, we have directly assisted clients in regulatory application and have provided consulting expertise on environmental legislation, regulations and guideline compliance related to project planning, development, and reclamation. We know great things happen when smart people with equal amounts of talent and determination come together to create what could not be done alone. Help us do great things!

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a recognized post-secondary institution or college in the field of Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Sciences
• 5+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience (in NE BC oil and gas preferred)
• This position requires membership, or eligibility for membership, in the BC College of Applied Biologists (preferred) or the BC Institute for Agrologists
• Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other MS Office programs
• Current Safety Tickets (i.e., First Aid, H2S) preferred
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ability to coordinate project planning, logistics, and preparation for field work
• Understanding of applicable environmental regulations, guidelines, and associated industry practices within BC
• Familiar with BC Energy Regulator regulations
• Technical experience with BCs vegetation and wildlife species
• Strong commitment to health and safety leadership
• Excellent attention to detail, well organized, and reliable
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Ability to collect, manage, and report on accurate and up-to-date field information
• Ownership attitude and accountability for completing tasks on time and on budget
• Resourcefulness, constantly troubleshooting, knows the tools available and uses them appropriately
• Strong oral communication skills, can effectively communicate with clients, peers, suppliers, and contractors
• Strong written communication and technical report writing skills
• Ability to work under harsh environmental and weather conditions on occasion
• Physically fit
• A team player!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with staff and clients to setup, manage, and report on environmental services related to upstream oil and gas facilities and regulatory requirements
• Assist with building and maintaining positive client relationships focused on providing top quality service and project
• Take direction from and support senior staff to achieve project and business goals
• Contribute to projects with focus on data collection/processing, increasing role in analysis/interpretation, reporting and project management
• Assist with and/or lead field assessments as required on oil and gas facilities on crown land, including watercourse, wetland, vegetation, soil, timber, and wildlife assessments, including travel
• Conduct baseline field studies, construction monitoring, site reconnaissance, field biological surveys, client meetings, etc.
• Undertake assignments that may involve travel and periods of time away from home office (camp/shift work on occasion)
• Complete technical reporting for Pre-Construction Site Assessments, Schedule A Soil Assessments, Fish Habitat Assessments and Wildlife Habitat Features Reports, Environmental Protection Plans, and reclamation reports

COMPENSATION

• Full Time Position
• Local and Remote Work Options
• Competitive Wage ($40.00 to $60.00 per hour)
• Paid Vacation and Personal Days
• Group Life and Health Benefits
• Wellness Program
• RRSP and Employer Contributions
• Compensation packages will be determined based on candidates experience, education, and overall suitability for position.