Intermediate/Senior Forest Analyst

Ecora Engineering & Environmental Ltd.; Kelowna; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a detail-oriented Intermediate/Senior Forest Analyst for a remote position. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills and over 5 years of experience in forest modeling or resource analysis. Responsibilities include conducting spatial and statistical analyses, mentoring junior analysts, and preparing technical reports. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid annual vacation

Comprehensive group benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in resource analysis or forest modelling.
• Leadership experience preferred for senior candidates.
• Consulting industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forest estate modelling and resource management planning.
• Perform spatial analysis and statistical modeling.
• Prepare technical reports and mentor junior analysts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS

qGIS

R

Python

Deltek Vantagepoint

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Remote, Canada (Preferred Kelowna, BC OR Vancouver, BC). Ecora is an Engineering, Environment, and Natural Resource Consulting Company. We are committed to delivering quality services to our valued clients. Our team of engineers, foresters, environmental scientists, geomatics professionals and data analysts work together to provide clients with a synergistic offering of services unique to the industry. We are built on the foundation of our core values: commitment to our people, our relationships, our community, and our environment.

The Opportunity

Looking for a role doing what you love at a dynamic and innovative consulting firm? We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Intermediate/Senior Forest Analyst to join our team, remotely or at one of our offices on a permanent full-time basis.

The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and other languages.

Responsibilities

• Undertake/collaborate with team members on forest estate modelling, and resource management planning projects using Forest Estate Models (Patchworks, Remsoft Spatial Planning Suite, STSM, SELES)
• Conduct spatial analysis with ArcGIS and qGIS, POSTGIS/PostgreSQL
• Undertake statistical analysis (R, Python, Excel), growth & yield modeling (FPS, FVS, TASSY, TIPSY, VDYP, GYPSY, MGM) and carbon modeling (GCBM, CBM)
• Interpret and apply land use, forest inventory, and policy data
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on sustainable forest management, carbon analysis, and Indigenous-led stewardship and planning projects
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations for clients, government agencies, and stakeholders
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of analytical tools and workflows

Qualifications

• Consulting industry experience considered an asset
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience considered an asset
• A degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in resource analysis or forest modelling (senior candidates should demonstrate 8+ years and leadership experience)
• Proficiency in spatial analysis, modelling software, and data visualization tools
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
• Knowledge of forest management framework and legislation within BC and other jurisdictions
• RPF designation (or eligibility) is an asset but not required

Rewards of Working at Ecora

• Working for one of the fastest growing firms in Canada and one of the most exciting engineering, environmental and natural resource consulting firms in Canada
• Competitive salary
• Paid annual vacation, personal days and sick days
• Flextime and overtime are available
• Comprehensive group benefits including extended health and dental coverage
• Group RRSP/DPSP matching program
• Internal mentorship program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Reimbursement of applicable professional membership dues

Ecora is an equal opportunity employer and stays true to its mission by ensuring it leads with its values. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our mission. Ecora strives to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels inspired and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our team members.

Ecora thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.