Intermediate/Senior Fisheries & Aquatic Biologist (P.Biol.)
Core
Lead fisheries and aquatic field programs, assess project effects on fish and habitat, and support permitting and regulatory approvals for infrastructure and energy projects in Alberta and Western Canada.
Role type
Senior IC fisheries and aquatic biologist
Builds
Environmental impact assessments, mitigation measures, and regulatory documentation for municipal, transportation, and energy projects
Domain
Environmental consulting, fisheries ecology, aquatic habitat assessment
Required skills
fisheries and aquatic ecology field programs, fish and fish habitat assessment, watercourse and crossing assessments, Fisheries Act and DFO regulatory processes, aquatic impact assessment, mitigation measure design, technical writing, field program leadership, cost estimation, project coordination
Preferred skills
wetland delineation and classification, municipal biophysical impact assessment, construction environmental monitoring, energy-sector project experience, terrestrial ecology and wildlife assessment
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Conduct fish and fish habitat assessments, watercourse and crossing assessments, develop avoidance and mitigation measures, support environmental permitting processes, prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation, mentor junior staff, coordinate field logistics, communicate with clients and regulators
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC