Terrestrial Ecologist

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About the role

  • Terrestrial Ecologist conducting ecosystem studies and managing environmental projects in Ontario. Join LEA's employee-owned firm focusing on high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive terrestrial ecosystem studies/surveys to support a variety of projects and EA studies.
  • Manage the accurate collection, storage, and digital filing of field data consistent with LEA Quality Control requirements.
  • Prepare and contribute to technical reports and permit-related documentation, including Environmental Impact Studies (EIS), Environmental Screening Documents, mitigation memoranda, Tree Inventory and Protection Plans (TIPP) and construction support plans.
  • Assist in the preparation of regulatory permit/approval application submissions.
  • Assist in the development of habitat restoration and monitoring plans.
  • Liaise with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the public as required during the project planning phase through to construction to support project delivery.
  • Review project designs to determine and quantify potential indirect and direct impacts to Sensitive Environmental Features.
  • Review and develop mitigation measures, strategies, and construction best management practices to minimize impacts.
  • Assist with design planning by providing recommendations to avoid and/or minimize impacts on identified constraints and sensitivities.
  • Provide construction-phase ecological support, including pre-construction surveys, site monitoring, and coordination with contractors to ensure compliance with environmental commitments and protection measures.
  • Undertake environmental compliance and Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) monitoring during active construction.
  • Adhere to health and safety policies and report any unsafe conditions, incidents, or hazards to the supervisor.
  • Other duties and responsibilities within the scope of the Environmental Sector.

Requirements

  • University degree in biology/ecology/botany or related studies with a minimum of 3-5 years of work experience conducting natural science studies or similar ecological fieldwork.
  • Strong technical skills related to the identification and survey of vascular plants (i.e. trees, shrubs, forbs, and graminoids) and vegetation communities, including rare species and SAR.
  • ISA Certified Arborist Certification is considered a strong asset demonstrating eligibility and willingness to work toward certification.
  • Strong ability to identify Ontario wildlife, including birds, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals, is an asset.
  • Applied Knowledge of ecological survey protocols, including Migratory Bird Surveys, Amphibian Call Surveys, Herpetofauna Surveys and Acoustic Surveys is an asset.
  • Applied knowledge of the Ontario Ecological Land Classification (ELC) system and the Ontario Wetlands Evaluation System (OWES) is an asset.
  • Knowledge of: Species Conservation Act, 2025/Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA), Species at Risk Act (SARA), the Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario), Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), Fisheries Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act (MBCA), and other relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation.
  • Previous experience with client, stakeholder and regulatory agency liaison considered an asset.
  • Experience with GIS assets and data collection methods is an asset.
  • CAN-CISEC certification and/or experience completing environmental compliance and ESC inspection on construction sites is an asset.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive coverage including prescription drugs, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life insurance, critical illness, wellness account, travel coverage, and virtual health services.
  • RRSP with employer matching and TFSA options for tax-free growth.
  • 7 days of flexible paid time off that can be used as needed, including for personal matters or vacation.
  • Hybrid environment with flexible hours to ensure flexibility, safety, and well-being.
  • Unique, employee-co-funded social club with an annual budget of approximately $50,000 to host social events and activities that bring employees together.

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$60,000 - CA$75,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridMarkhamCanada

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