Intermediate Environmental Monitor / Coordinator

Connexa Group • Edmonton, AB

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Environmental Monitor / Coordinator is a key intermediate role within Connexa Group's Environmental Division, responsible for environmental monitoring and coordination on construction, mining, hydro, and pipeline projects. This role also participates as a Resource Specialist in biophysical assessment, wildlife, and fisheries work, acting as Field Lead as required, and provides mentorship to junior field staff. The position involves a hybrid work environment, with approximately 30% office work and 70% field work. Field shifts typically range from 2–10 days, with longer shifts possible, requiring overnight stays in hotels or camps. Projects are generally located in Central or Southern Alberta, with potential travel to other parts of Western Canada. The role requires leading environmental monitoring activities on active construction sites, liaising with contractors and client representatives to ensure compliance with permits and environmental protection plans. It also involves participating as a Resource Specialist in various environmental assessments and acting as Field Lead for these assignments. Mentorship of junior staff is a key component, as is the ability to work in remote locations and challenging conditions. Physical demands include carrying field equipment up to 30 lbs.

Requirements

• Demonstrated intermediate-level expertise in one or more of the following, with working knowledge across most: Environmental monitoring and construction inspection, Regulatory compliance monitoring (e.g., Environmental Protection Plan implementation), Erosion and sedimentation control, Soil sampling (including both baseline soil and contaminated sampling), Air quality, Wildlife sweeps (year-round identification of dens, nests, mineral licks, and other key features), Water quality monitoring (turbidity), Fish salvage and habitat assessment, Pipeline HDD monitoring.
• Drive light-duty trucks, ATVs, UTVs, and trailers.
• Use navigational and data collection tools such as Garmin GPS, Avenza, Collector, and similar platforms.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Connexa's core values in all professional activities.
• Collaborate with Connexa team members, client field representatives, contractors, and regulators.
• Maintain strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey monitoring findings and compliance issues clearly to non-technical audiences.
• A diploma or bachelor's degree in conservation biology, land reclamation, environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, or a related field.
• 5–9 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated intermediate-level technical and coordination capability.
• Professional designation in BC or AB (e.g., RPBio, P.Ag., or equivalent) that qualifies the candidate as a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), or clear eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience acting as a Field Lead.
• Intermediate to advanced reporting abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior staff in the field.
• The ability to liaise with clients, contractors, and regulators, and make professional in-field decisions independently.
• A love for being on the road and working in both natural and construction environments is essential.
• Physically fit, with the ability to walk extended distances in challenging field conditions.
• A valid driver's licence is required.

Nice To Haves

• Electrofishing certification an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver environmental monitoring on multi-disciplinary construction, mining, hydro, and pipeline projects.
• Lead environmental monitoring activities on active construction sites, liaising directly with contractors and client representatives to ensure compliance with permits, approvals, and environmental protection plans.
• Participate as a Resource Specialist on biophysical assessments, wildlife surveys, water quality, and fisheries work.
• Act as Field Lead on biophysical assessment, wildlife, and fisheries assignments as required.
• Provide field-based mentorship and technical guidance to junior environmental staff.
• Complete office reporting, QA/QC, data entry, and timely submission of field data.
• Prepare monitoring reports and correspondence for client and regulatory review.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as needed.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of junior field staff where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree