Ecologist (Intermediate)

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Job Title

Ecologist (Intermediate)

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Environmental Assessment & Planning, Fish, Wildlife & Ecosystems

About Us

Associated Environmental Consultants is part of the Associated Engineering Group of companies. We provide a wide range of environmental consulting services to a client base that is well diversified between public and private sectors. Our environmental science and management services are well integrated with those of our engineering colleagues, providing opportunities to work with talented people across disciplines and throughout western and northern Canada.

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business.

Recognizing our excellence and dedication to staff, we have been one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We currently have an opening for an Intermediate Ecologist in our Edmonton office. You are a dynamic individual looking to build upon your current success in environmental consulting. With ambition, a flare for project management, and an entrepreneurial spirit, you are ready for a role within our Applied Ecology Group. Your experience includes vegetation and soils assessments, wetland delineations, project management and technical report writing. Knowledge of wildlife, fisheries, and GIS is an asset. You have experience managing projects and can apply Alberta’s regulatory processes to projects within your discipline. You have a commitment to technical excellence, a critical mind for problem solving and ability to communicate to project teams and clients.

What we offer:

• A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton, that is easily accessible by both bus and LRT, and steps away from Edmonton’s beautiful river valley.
• A hybrid work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program a parental leave top-up program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• An on-site fitness center accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
• Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office and offers subsidized tickets to local events like Taste of Edmonton.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing field programs (vegetation, wetlands, soils) and evaluating development impacts on ecosystem components.
• Contributing to or leading the preparation of high quality scientific and technical reports, including permits and regulatory documents.
• Managing projects and inter-disciplinary project teams.
• Assisting and/or leading the preparation of proposals and contributing to other business development activities.
• Preparing and delivering presentations on project outcomes to clients and regulators.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Contributing to oversight, mentorship and coordination of staff in the Edmonton office.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• Professional registration or eligibility for registration (e.g. P.Ag., P.Biol.).
• Project experience in vegetation, wetland, and soils assessments.
• Strong time management and organizational ability.
• 6+ years post-graduation experience in environmental consulting.
• Leadership skills and a drive to succeed.
• A strong understanding of relevant provincial and federal legislation, regulation and permitting processes.
• Excellent communication skills and technical report writing experience.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment.
• Ability to manage diverse projects and budgets.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and provide supervisory support to other team members.
• Ability to travel for short periods of time.
• Valid Driver’s Licence.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.