Intermediate Environmental Monitor / Coordinator

Connexa Group • Vancouver, BC

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 work involves a hybrid office (30%) / field (70%) environment, with field shifts typically lasting 2–10 days, requiring overnight stays in hotels or camps. Projects are generally located in Central or Southern Alberta, with potential travel elsewhere in Western Canada. The role requires leading environmental monitoring activities, liaising with contractors and clients to ensure compliance, participating in biophysical assessments, and providing mentorship to junior staff. Candidates must be prepared to work in remote locations and challenging conditions, and be able to carry field equipment up to 30 lbs.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• A valid driver's licence is required.
• 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.
• Physically fit, with the ability to walk extended distances in challenging field conditions.
• Ability to carry field equipment such as soil sampling tools and other required gear (up to 30 lb).

Nice To Haves

• Electrofishing certification an asset.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental monitoring activities on active construction sites.
• Liaise 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 assignments from time to time.
• 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