Manager Watercourse Projects

Woodlands North; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Job summary

An ecological restoration company based in Edmonton is seeking a Manager of Watercourse Projects to lead a team and manage projects focused on watercourse ecology. This full-time permanent position requires a University Degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with thorough knowledge of environmental regulations in Alberta. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, with application deadline on February 28, 2026.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of relevant experience.
• Knowledgeable in current best management practices and regulatory requirements for watercourse assessments.
• Professional registration in one of Alberta’s Professional Regulatory Organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Watercourse Team and project work.
• Lead and manage project deliverables and relationships with peers and clients.
• Maintain regulatory compliance for watercourse management.
• Provide senior direction, business development and strategy development.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and BMPs for watercourse management.
• Support mobile technology, spatial data integrity and dashboards.
• Provide senior ecology review of reports and data analysis.
• Mentor and develop Woodlands employees.

Skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Data analysis

Customer service focus

Communication

Project management

Education

University Degree or technical diploma in Environmental, Earth Science, Forestry, Biology, Engineering, Geomatics or Surveying

Job description

We are currently seeking a Manager of Watercourse Projects to lead our team based out of our Edmonton office. This is a full-time permanent position focused on leading watercourse ecology, environmental regulatory applications and related projects. Project work is team-based, safety driven and is completed for the energy, forestry, government, and private landowners throughout the province of Alberta and BC.

About Us

Woodlands North Inc. (2000) has become a leader among environmental and ecological restoration professionals. Woodlands specializes in environmental inventory and spatial analysis to achieve comprehensive ecological restoration objectives and regulatory compliance. With offices in Edmonton and Whitecourt, and operations throughout the province of Alberta, Woodlands is growing our proud team of professionals to provide our customers with innovative technologies and working solutions. All work positions are vital for our safe operations, delivering value to our clients and maintaining our leadership position in environmental and ecological restoration services.

Po sition Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for safe and efficient project work;
  
• Manage the Watercourse Team and project work;
  
• Lead and manage project deliverables and working relationships with Woodlands’ peers and management, regulators, and clients;
  
• Provide senior direction, business development and strategy development to Woodlands;
  
• Maintain regulatory compliance and best management practices for watercourse management;
  
• Support our mobile technology, spatial data set integrity and web enabled dashboard;
  
• Provide senior ecology review of reports and data analysis;
  
• Support mentorship and inspire the professional development of Woodlands employees.
  

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• University Degree or technical diploma is required in Environmental, Earth Science, Forestry, Biology, Engineering, Geomatics or Surveying;
  
• Knowledgeable in current best management practices and regulatory requirements for watercourse assessments, restorations and regulatory applications;
  
• Experienced in Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Energy Regulator and Department of Fisheries and Oceans online permitting application and report submission systems and processes;
  
• Experienced in the direct application of the Public Lands Act, Water Act, Federal Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act, Alberta Wetland Policy, fish rescue licences and all associated regulations, codes and conditions;
  
• Professional registration in one of Alberta’s Professional Regulatory Organizations;
  
• Qualified Aquatic Environmental Specialist;
  
• 10 or more years of relevant experience;
  
• Advanced technical writing, data analysis, reporting, and communication skills;
  
• Previous teaching experience with data or ecological based subjects is considered as an asset;
  
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, quality, safety, and customer service focus.
  

Apply Now

Salary is competitive and based on level of experience and education. Woodlands offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment. Applicants are to submit a cover letter with a resume in a MS Word or PDF format by February 28, 2026. Only suitable applicants will be contacted. For more information visit www.woodlandsnorth.co