Senior Terrestrial Biologist

Parsons Corporation•Kamloops, BC

7d•CA$74,000 - CA$137,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is seeking an experienced Terrestrial Biologist with strong client relationships to join their Infrastructure team in British Columbia. The role offers flexibility in terms of work location (Burnaby, Langley, Kamloops, or Victoria offices, or from home) and requires travel to field sites. The team focuses on assisting clients, including Federal, Provincial, and Municipal Agencies, TransLink, and BC Ferries, in expanding and improving infrastructure through innovative planning and design solutions.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in terrestrial ecology, including leadership on complex infrastructure projects.
Strong experience with Ecological Land Classification (ELC), habitat mapping, and vegetation community assessments.
Proven experience managing Species at Risk permitting and regulatory approvals in British Columbia.
Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of the application of Species at Risk authorization process, gained through project experience.
Demonstrated experience in planning and designing terrestrial habitat mitigation and compensation measures.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal and provincial legislation, policies and procedures for terrestrial species and habitat in British Columbia.
Demonstrated experience in monitoring construction activities (e.g. identifying risk situations, recommending corrective actions/solutions).
Demonstrated experience in the application of erosion and sediment control measures.
Experience in the identification of British Columbia flora and fauna (trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and/or insects).
Experience in identifying and assessing terrestrial ecological impacts and preparing environmental impact assessment reports.
Knowledge of British Columbia environmental legislature and permitting related to the Environmental Management Act, Water Sustainability Act, Riparian Areas Protection Act, Water Protection Act, Species at Risk Act, and Migratory Birds Convention Act.
10 years of related work experience.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
Registered Professional Biologist (R.P.Bio) in British Columbia (required).
Demonstrated experience in monitoring construction activities (e.g. identifying risk situations, recommending corrective actions/solutions).
Proficiency in various computer software applications including Survey 123 and ArcGIS.
Completion of Erosion and Sediment Control Monitoring Training.
Must be able to travel to and from various work sites.
Demonstrated proficiency in both written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Ecological Land Classification an asset.
Competency regarding Wetland Identification & Delineation Guidance.
Arborist certification (or potential to obtain such) an asset.
Current or past certification as an ISA Certified Arborist or Registered Professional Forester is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead terrestrial components of multi-disciplinary transportation infrastructure projects from planning through construction.
Act as the technical lead for terrestrial ecology assessments, environmental impact assessments, and permitting strategies.
Lead and coordinate Species at Risk permitting processes at the provincial and federal level.
Provide senior technical review and sign-off on reports, environmental assessments, and permit applications.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior and intermediate Scientists and Technicians, and the project delivery team.
Liaise with existing public and private sector clients, regulatory agencies and sub-consultants.
Assists in preparing proposals and cost estimates.
Preparation of permitting packages and/or parts of permitting packages.
May act in an advisory capacity to senior management on technical matters.
May manage tasks or small projects of small or moderate scope and complexity involving his/her technical expertise.
Preparation of written technical reports and complete technical documents.
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.