Wetland Ecologist - Calgary

Tetra Tech; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Wetland Ecologist to join their Environment & Water - Biological Sciences team in Calgary. This role involves conducting assessments and developing plans to mitigate environmental impact. Ideal candidates will have a degree in biology or environmental science and experience in wetland assessment, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits available on day one

Overtime calculated at 1.5 times

Flexibility and work/life balance commitment

Learning and development opportunities

Collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in wetland assessment and related fields.
• Working towards becoming an Authenticating Wetland Professional.
• Strong knowledge of provincial environmental legislation and policy.

Responsibilities

• Developing and conducting biophysical assessments focusing on wetlands.
• Preparing reports and environmental protection plans.
• Providing senior review for reports prepared by juniors.

Skills

Wetland assessment

Soil classification

Vegetation management

Health and Safety management

Public consultation

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in biology, environmental sciences or a related field

Professional designation (P.Biol or equivalent)

Tools

Digital Regulatory Assurance System (DRAS)

OneStop

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Wetland Ecologist to our Environment & Water - Biological Sciences team based in Calgary, AB.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

We are looking for an individual with a passion for the natural sciences to join our team. Specific experience in wetland assessment, vegetation, and soil classification is required.The successful applicant will be a professional biologist and authenticating wetland professional and can bring their experience to our public and private sector clients. As well, this position offers an opportunity for a Leadership role, for the right candidate. Although the position will be based in Edmonton, we anticipate working on projects throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and Northern Canada.

Your Role

• Developing and/or conducting biophysical assessments with a focus on vegetation, wetlands, and soils.
• Preparing reports, conducting reviews and analysis.
• Providing senior review for reports prepared by juniors.
• Developing environmental protection/mitigation plans.
• Preparing proposals including scopes of work, budget estimates and formal RFP submissions.
• Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental science.
• Contributing to ongoing project management best practice implementation.
• Staying current on technical and sector-based trends and legislation at the municipal, provincial and national level.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, environmental sciences or a related field.
• Working towards a Professional designation (i.e., P.Biol or equivalent), with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Working towards becoming and Authenticating Wetland Professional.
• Strong knowledge and practice in wetlands in the Prairies including assessments, mitigation and monitoring.
• Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools (e.g., the Digital Regulatory Assurance System [DRAS], OneStop, etc.) and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy (proficiency under municipal and federal jurisdictions is considered an asset).
• Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy (proficiency under municipal and federal jurisdictions is considered an asset).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public.Public consultation experience is an asset.
• A strong track record in Health and Safety management.
• Ability to travel and work in remote locations.
  
  

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
  
  

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Additional Information

• Organization: 704 EGI