Pacific Ecology & Biodiversity Team Lead

SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Vacation

Wellness programs

Job summary

SLR Consulting (Americas) is hiring a Team Leader – Ecology & Biodiversity for the Pacific Region in British Columbia. You will lead the ecology team, coordinate multidisciplinary projects, and drive technical excellence in regulatory submissions and reporting.

The role emphasizes developing team capability, managing resourcing and client relationships, and contributing to business development while upholding SLR's safety principles.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional ecologist experience in environmental consulting.
• BSc in Biology, Ecology or Natural Sciences; MSc preferred.
• Registered Professional Biologist (BC) accreditation is required or asset.
• Experience engaging internal staff, clients, contractors, Indigenous members and regulators.
• Strong technical writing, reporting and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages the team as the first point of contact for resourcing and opportunities.
• Sets expectations and mentors team members; promotes safety and culture.
• Supports growth of Practice area; assists with market position and capability.
• Oversees project scope, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Develops technical reports and regulatory submissions in line with BC/Canada legislation.

Skills

Ecology

Environmental consulting

Team leadership

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Ecology/Natural Sciences

Master's degree considered asset

Registered Professional Biologist (BC)

Job description

SLR Consulting (Americas) is hiring a Team Leader – Ecology & Biodiversity for the Pacific Region in British Columbia. You will lead the ecology team, coordinate multidisciplinary projects, and drive technical excellence in regulatory submissions and reporting.

The role emphasizes developing team capability, managing resourcing and client relationships, and contributing to business development while upholding SLR's safety principles.