Senior/Intermediate Biologist

Alberta Society of Professional Biologists; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking environmental consulting firm that values your expertise in ecology and environmental management. This role offers the chance to lead interdisciplinary teams, manage environmental assessments, and contribute to meaningful projects across Alberta. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and a collaborative work environment, you will be instrumental in shaping sustainable practices and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. If you're passionate about making a difference in the field of environmental science and are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Dynamic Work Environment

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in ecology or related fields.
• Strong project management skills and technical writing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage interdisciplinary environmental assessment teams.
• Oversee technical report preparation and environmental investigations.

Skills

Field Surveys

Technical Writing

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

B.Sc. in Ecology

M.Sc. in Conservation Biology

Job description

Location: Edmonton (remote consideration)

Published: Mar 23, 2025

Closing: May 15, 2025

Category: Job Board

Spencer Environmental Management Services Ltd. has been providing environmental and biophysical impact assessments, environmental planning, conservation planning, wetland-related services, and environmental permit acquisition services in support of capital project design, construction, and operation for over 40 years. Spencer currently has an opening for a highly motivated, versatile environmental biologist/ecologist with strong management skills to join our team.

• Permanent, full-time
• Based in Edmonton (required); some opportunity to WFH
• Start date to be negotiated with the successful candidate
• Compensation to be commensurate with candidate’s experience and skills

Job duties and opportunities for growth include:

• Managing interdisciplinary environmental assessment/biophysical assessment teams
• Overseeing and preparing technical reports
• Designing and implementing environmental investigations relating to wildlife, vegetation, and wetlands
• Preparing environmental approvals
• Liaising with regulatory bodies
• Providing management support for the successful implementation of environmental management systems and construction monitoring
• Liaising with clients
• Overseeing science staff during project execution and product delivery

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in ecology, conservation biology, botany, or related discipline, with at least 10 years of professional experience; equivalencies will be considered
• At least 5-10 years of consulting experience
• Eligible to work in Canada (i.e., Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident)
• P.Biol. accreditation or eligibility to register as a P.Biol. in Alberta; B.I.T. may be considered
• Eligible to hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license, with no restrictions
• Knowledgeable about Alberta landscapes and ecological regions
• Strong desire to contribute to science-based environmental management and successful project delivery as an integrated team member
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and approval processes
• Strong project management skills including proposal development and managing subconsultants

Demonstrated skills/areas of excellence:

• Plan and conduct field surveys for one or more of the following: vegetation, wildlife, wetlands
• Acquisition of federal and provincial environmental permits
• Preparation of environmental assessments
• Excellent technical writing and report preparation skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with others, including scientists, regulators, engineers, construction personnel
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, effective time management, responding to dynamic work conditions and hours
• Wetland classification, delineation, and assessment

Why choose us:

Spencer Environmental is a successful environmental consulting company active throughout Alberta, offering employees a competitive financial compensation/benefits package, a dynamic and rewarding work environment, and the opportunity to grow your career through meaningful contributions to multi-disciplinary teams. For additional information about our firm, visit www.spencerenvironmental.ab.ca.

Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alberta Society of Professional Biologists
370, 105 12 Ave SE
Calgary AB T2G 1A1