Aquatic Biologist

Clifton•Saskatoon, SK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clifton is seeking an Aquatic Biologist to join their Environmental practice team in Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, or Edmonton. This role involves providing aquatic biological support to environmental projects, managing projects, and mentoring junior-level biologists. The Aquatic Biologist will be a reliable, knowledgeable, and valued member of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, or Environment from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) to ten (10) plus years of relevant progressive environmental consulting experience including aquatic surveys, environmental impact assessment and permitting, and construction environmental management experience.
Registered (or eligible for registration) as a Professional Biologist in Alberta (PBio) or BC (RPBio).
Familiarity and demonstrated experience with species detection survey protocols and environmental assessment processes in Saskatchewan and or Alberta.
Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor technical and professional staff at different levels of career development.
Ability and willingness to work independently on site, outside and in remote locations for periods of time, tolerating variable weather conditions.
Strong organizational skills, including effective management of multiple and conflicting priorities with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, in the context of work/life balance.
Knowledge of and experience with project management fundamentals including cost control, scope management, and scheduling.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
Provide reliable, value-added service to our clients with continual improvement.
Contribute to a positive work environment, conducting oneself in a professional and ethical manner.
Must have valid Class 5 Driver’s License and provide a clean Driver’s Abstract.
Continued attention to safety and safe work environments, with a strong workplace safety orientation.

Responsibilities

Lead fish and fish habitat investigations following established protocols.
Act as a subject matter expert for provincial and federal regulatory submissions.
Support efforts to obtain environmental approvals for projects, including regulatory liaison.
Provide advice and guidance on environmental management as well as environmental compliance issues.
Effectively manage projects, including management of subcontractors, progress, budget, schedule and quality.
Lead, develop, and mentor junior biology professionals to promote a high level of technical competence and create an environment of continuous improvement and learning.
Support business development initiatives by building and nurturing client relationships, contributing to proposal pursuits, and actively developing opportunities for growth within your area of practice.
Maintain positive client relations, regularly monitoring to ensure clients requirements are met.
Adhere to Clifton’s Health and Safety and Quality Management programs in project delivery.
Other duties as assigned.