Senior & Intermediate Level Wetlands & Vegetation Ecologist

Triton Environmental Consultants LTD.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental consultancy as a Wetlands & Vegetation Ecologist. This role involves conducting surveys and providing expertise to project teams. Opportunities for both Senior and Intermediate levels are available in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. Enjoy a flexible work schedule with options for full-time or part-time, hybrid or remote arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Ideally 3+ years of relevant experience in wetlands ecology.
• Experience with wetland delineation and classification.

Responsibilities

• Conducting wetland surveys, assessments, and monitoring.
• Providing technical wetlands support to project teams.
• Managing tasks and projects according to approved scopes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology, ecology, soil science, botany

Professional Biologist designation

Authenticating Wetlands Professional designation

Job description

What if you could work alongside inspiring scientists and leaders, and with a diverse group of people working toward a common goal?

Are you looking for a place where you can be you and a place where you can thrive?

Triton might be just what you're looking for!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd. (Triton) is seeking experienced Wetlands & Vegetation Ecologists to join a well-established team of environmental professionals.

Triton is growing, and there are opportunities for both Senior and Intermediate level ecologists to join our team! Currently, both our Calgary AB and Edmonton AB office locations are hiring for this position.

This role involves providing wetlands and vegetation ecological expertise to field staff and project management teams.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting wetland surveys, assessments, and monitoring in Alberta
• Providing technical wetlands support to project teams
• Providing vegetation ecological expertise to field staff and project management teams
• Conducting vegetation inventories, soil assessments, and rare plant surveys
• Survey planning
• Managing tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work and schedules
• Liaising with on-site client representatives and contractors
• Providing independent technical review for proposals and project deliverables
• Advising on environmental best management practices to clients and project teams
• Working collaboratively across project and corporate teams

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology, ecology, soil science, botany, or a related field
• Professional Biologist (Alberta Society of Professional Biologists) or Professional Agrologist (Alberta) designation
• Authenticating Wetlands Professional designation with the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists
• Experience with wetland delineation and classification
• Familiarity with Alberta's wetland regulatory regimes
• Experience preparing Wetlands Assessment and Impact Forms, Reports, and using the Wetland Rapid Evaluation Tool
• Ideally 3+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with wetlands-specific scopes of work in preconstruction and construction settings
• Plant identification skills for wetland, prairie grassland, and upland communities in boreal landscapes
• Skilled in vegetation inventories and assessments in various regions
• Soil classification experience
• Strong technical writing, reporting, communication, and team leadership skills
• Interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with organizational and time management skills
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity excites you and you are committed to joining a progressive team of environmental consultants, please submit your resume and optional cover letter.

SCHEDULE

The work schedule is negotiable, with options for full-time or part-time work, flexible hours, hybrid (office and remote), or fully remote arrangements. Candidates can be based anywhere in Alberta.

CLOSING DATE

This posting remains active until the position is filled.

About Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd.

Triton has over 30 years of experience providing environmental solutions to industry and government. We are known for our technical strength, pragmatic approach, safety focus, and people-first culture. Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in aquatic and terrestrial biology, soil science, vegetation ecology, and more. We operate across Canada with offices in multiple locations.

We offer a dynamic work environment with diverse projects, professional development opportunities, benefits, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

If you're seeking an exciting career with a supportive team, Triton is interested in you!

Triton values respect, equity, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Thank you for considering Triton Environmental Consultants. We appreciate all applications; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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