Senior Consultant, Terrestrial Ecology

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About the role

  • Senior Consultant delivering terrestrial ecology, wetland, soil, and environmental assessment work for ERM’s sustainability consultancy. Supporting mining, energy, power, and infrastructure projects across Western and Northern Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Execute terrestrial ecology and soil science field programs primarily throughout British Columbia, Alberta, and Northern Canada
  • Support environmental effects assessments and associated management plans
  • Assist with environmental permitting applications for mining, energy, power, and infrastructure projects
  • Conduct terrestrial ecosystem and soil mapping projects
  • Perform wetland classification, delineation, and management activities
  • Complete vegetation, ecosystem, and soil field investigations
  • Contribute to mitigation planning
  • Support project delivery through field surveys, data collection, literature reviews, technical report preparation, and client recommendations
  • Manage multiple project tasks within scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations
  • Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agencies, landowners, Indigenous communities, and clients
  • Contribute to team development and collaborate with ecologists, soil scientists, and multidisciplinary specialists
  • Build and maintain working relationships with ERM colleagues across Canada and globally

Requirements

  • B.Sc. degree in environmental sciences or a related field
  • 3+ years of environmental consulting experience
  • Experience within government, mining, energy sectors, or First Nation consultation considered an asset
  • Designation as a Qualified Professional in Alberta and/or British Columbia, or immediate eligibility
  • Experience with federal, provincial, and territorial regulations and guidelines related to survey methodologies, environmental assessment, and mitigation planning
  • Strong upland and wetland plant identification skills
  • Detailed understanding of rare plant and invasive plant survey methodologies
  • Detailed understanding of terrestrial ecosystem mapping, including Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification (BEC)
  • Detailed understanding of soil surveys and mapping
  • Strong commitment to safety and adherence to health and safety protocols
  • Ability to follow direction while demonstrating initiative and independent judgment
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize competing demands and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced consulting environment
  • Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle
  • Not eligible for immigration sponsorship
  • M.Sc. degree in environmental sciences or a related field preferred
  • Environmental assessment and permitting experience within British Columbia, Alberta, and Northern Canada preferred
  • Experience with terrestrial ecosystem mapping projects in British Columbia preferred
  • Experience supporting mining, energy, power, or infrastructure development projects preferred
  • Experience working with Indigenous communities and consultation processes preferred
  • Interest in business development, mentoring, and future leadership preferred

Benefits

  • Bonus pay may be available at ERM’s discretion and under its policies and procedures
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Other applicable benefits for eligible employees
  • Reasonable accommodations available for candidates with disabilities

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

CA$76,800 - CA$99,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridCalgaryCanada

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