Project Manager, Natural Sciences

Egis Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental management seeks a Project Manager to lead and deliver various environmental projects. The successful candidate will direct multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project execution aligns with regulations and quality standards. If you're passionate about environmental science and project management, this is an excellent opportunity for growth and development.

Benefits

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to lead meaningful projects

Qualifications

• 5 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting.
• At least 2 years in a project management capacity.
• Strong understanding of provincial and federal environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental and natural science projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Environmental Regulations

Communication

Organizational Skills

Ecological Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology or Environmental Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Project Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As a Project Managerin the Natural Science team you will be responsible for planning leading and delivering environmental and natural heritage-based projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams and provide technical and strategic guidance to ensure the successful execution of projects for a wide range of clients including municipal provincial federal and private sectors. This role combines project management expertise with a strong foundation in natural sciences such as biology ecology or environmental science.

We are open to consider candidates in proximity to our Ontario offices.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead meaningful projects that contribute to environmental protection and sustainable development.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team with a focus on collaboration and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of environmental and natural science projects including but not limited to ecological assessments species-at-risk surveys and inventories habitat evaluations environmental impact studies and assessments and monitoring programs.
• Prepare and manage project budgets schedules work plans and deliverables ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal technical staff (e.g. biologists GIS specialists planners designers etc.) clients and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee fieldwork planning and execution ensuring safety quality and efficiency.
• Prepare and review technical reports proposals and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders providing regular updates on project status risks and opportunities.
• Support business development efforts including proposal writing client relationship management and identifying new project opportunities.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Biology Ecology Environmental Science or a related discipline (Masters degree preferred).
• Preferably 5 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting with at least 2 years in a project management capacity.
• In-depth understanding of provincial and federal environmental regulations guidelines and permitting processes (e.g. ESA MECP guidelines).
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with ecological fieldwork and knowledge of species-at-risk legislation habitat assessment protocols and mitigation planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training is considered an asset but not required.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel to field sites within Canada as required.

Additional Information :

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity growth and collaboration we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts

Experience : years

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