Wildlife Biologist (Contract)

Stantec; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 109,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Wildlife Biologist to join their terrestrial wildlife team in British Columbia. The successful candidate will lead wildlife programs, analyze field data, and ensure a strong health and safety culture. This role requires specialized expertise in wildlife and collaboration with environmental professionals.

Benefits

Bonuses for certain roles

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant consulting experience.
• Experience in nest sweeps, breeding bird surveys, and identification of wildlife habitat features.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead terrestrial wildlife programs and analyze wildlife field data.
• Provide safety and technical support to junior staff.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture.

Skills

Wildlife expertise

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in biology or related discipline

Registration with British Columbia College of Applied Biology

Job description

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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec has an opportunity for a Wildlife Biologist to work with our terrestrial wildlife team. The position will largely field based to support field programs in the wildlife discipline. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading wildlife programs and analyzing wildlife field data for a variety of projects. This is a casual hourly position; hours of work will be based on project demands.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment Program
• Lead terrestrial wildlife programs such as biophysical inventories
• Provide safety and technical support to junior staff
  
  

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong wildlife expertise, including demonstrated experience in nest sweeps, breeding bird surveys, amphibian salvage, and identification of wildlife habitat features
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation and regulations that relate to terrestrial wildlife
• Demonstrated experience working in Northeast or Northwest British Columbia is an asset
• Experience supervising and/or leading field teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and social skills and ability to interact across a broad range of audiences/ technical backgrounds including internal and external clients, regulatory agencies, and Indigenous groups
  
  

Education and Experience

Bachelor or graduate degree in biology, or a related discipline from a recognized university is preferable.

Registration with the British Columbia College of Applied Biology as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) or Registered Biology Technologists (R.B. Tech.) is a requirement.

Minimum Of 5 Years Of Relevant Consulting Experience.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining stationary at a workstation for long periods of time. Field work may include work in remote environments, challenging terrain, and exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Salary Range(s)

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 74,700.00 - Max Salary $ 108,300.00
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 79,200.00 - Max Salary $ 114,800.00
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Burnaby

Organization: BC-1232 EnvSvcs-CA British Columbia

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Part time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 07:06:43

Req ID: REQ2500023G

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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