Manager, Forest Inventory

Mosaic Forest Management • Vancouver, BC

6d • CA$120,000 - CA$150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mosaic is seeking a Manager, Forest Inventory to join their team in Nanaimo, British Columbia. This role provides leadership in the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Mosaic's forest inventory, remote sensing, and growth and yield capabilities. The position ensures inventory information is credible, current, and decision-ready to support strategic planning, valuation, carbon initiatives, and operational decision-making across Mosaic's diverse land base. The preferred office location is Nanaimo, British Columbia, but consideration will be given to qualified candidates based in the Greater Vancouver area.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Forestry, Forest Biometrics, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
• Registered Professional Forester (RPF), eligible for registration with the Forest Professionals BC.
• 7 + years of progressive experience in forest inventory, forest biometrics, growth and yield, or resource analysis, including experience working with remotely sensed inventory products and field sampling programs.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex inventory information into practical business recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, lead technical work, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Mosaic's forest inventory, growth and yield models, and analytical workflows.
• Integrating field measurements, LiDAR, imagery, and other data sources into a robust inventory framework that supports planning, valuation, carbon projects, and operational decision-making.
• Overseeing inventory sampling programs, field measurement protocols, and QA/QC processes to ensure data integrity and analytical rigor.
• Collaborating with planning, GIS, operations, and external technical partners to support inventory-related analyses, reporting, and strategic initiatives.
• Leading and developing inventory staff and contract resources while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
• Annual bonus tied to both individual and company performance.
• Employer-paid premiums for a robust benefits package.
• Company-funded defined contribution pension plan.
• Generous paid vacation program.
• Up to one day per week of remote work, subject to role requirements and leader approval.
• Maternity and parental leave EI top-ups.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager