Senior Ecologist & Technical Lead - Western Canada

Environmental Scientist; Bedford; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD seeks a Senior Ecologist to join the Western Canadian team in Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton. As Technical Lead, you'll guide private and public clients through environmental approvals, provide leadership to the Ecology team, and collaborate across North America.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, business acumen, and the ability to manage complex regulatory work, field programs, and diverse project teams. Travel is expected.

Qualifications

• R.P.Biol. or P.Biol. designation required.
• 10+ years leading natural science/ecology projects in Western Canada.
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Excellent report and proposal writing skills.
• Supporting provincial and/or federal Environmental Assessments.
• Leading staff in data management and reporting.
• Strong project and client management skills.
• Knowledge of ecological regulatory requirements in BC/AB.
• Field work experience and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Champion relationships with internal and external clients in Western Canada.
• Provide technical leadership on Environmental Assessments, EIA, EMPs, and Monitoring.
• Lead development of proposals, field plans, permits, and reports.
• Mentor staff and foster career development.
• Coordinate resources and personnel for multiple projects.
• Lead field investigations and travel to Western Canada.

Skills

Leadership

Environmental Assessments

Fieldwork

Travel readiness

Data management

Client management

Mentorship

Education

RPBio/PBio designation

Bachelor's in Environmental Science

Job description

GHD seeks a Senior Ecologist to join the Western Canadian team in Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton. As Technical Lead, you'll guide private and public clients through environmental approvals, provide leadership to the Ecology team, and collaborate across North America.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, business acumen, and the ability to manage complex regulatory work, field programs, and diverse project teams. Travel is expected.