Vegetation & Wetland Ecologist
About The Position
As an Intermediate to Senior Vegetation and Wetland Ecologist, we invite you to join our biophysical team to engage on a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects for our long-term clients spanning many market sectors. Klohn Crippen Berger’s biophysical team works closely with our geoscientists and engineers to deliver environmental and regulatory support for projects throughout Canada. Klohn Crippen Berger continues to expand and has an exciting future in several strategic markets in Canada and internationally. This role will give you the opportunity to advance your career in our One Team culture that values a winning attitude, continual learning and innovation, adaptability and flexibility, engagement, teamwork and having fun.
Requirements
- 6 or more years of applicable experience conducting environmental assessments
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree specializing in Soil Science, Botany, Ecology, Biology or Environmental Sciences
- A solid understanding of vegetation ecology and wetland science
- Registered or qualify to be registered as a P.Biol. or P.Ag.
- Registered or qualify to be registered as an Authenticating Wetland Professional
- Initiative, motivation and adaptability to manage project deliverables and achieve goals
- Ability to build positive, effective relationships with clients and multi-disciplinary project teams
- Superb verbal and written communication skills including your experience in writing proposals, technical reports and general project correspondence
- Experience planning, leading, and conducting vegetation and wetland surveys
- Understanding and experience with the Alberta Wetland Policy and wetland classifications
- Proven taxonomic vegetation identification skills including wetland indicators, rare plants, native plants, and introduced and/or weed species
- Ability to prepare and digitize ELC mapping and wetland boundaries by interpreting digital imagery and field data derived from detailed surveys
- Working knowledge of the Canadian System of Soil Classification and AGRASID
- Strong understanding of provincial and federal regulatory legislation, guidelines, and regulations
- Reclamation, restoration, and/or bioengineering experience
- Experience and knowledge in various market sectors including water resources, mining, infrastructure, and transportation
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite®
- Capability with GIS and data management
- Participation in industry Technical and Professional associations
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and experience with various Ecological Land Classification (ELC) systems and spatial datasets such as the Alberta Vegetation Inventory
Responsibilities
- Utilize your knowledge of vegetation community and wetland characterization, impact and effects assessments, mitigation management, and habitat reclamation to obtain regulatory permits and approvals
- Collaborate with our talented professionals across multiple disciplines to plan projects, implement environmentally sustainable and innovative designs, manage contractors, and coordinate with regulatory agencies
- Be the subject matter expert providing high-value technical services to develop positive relationships with our key clients, both internal and external to the organization
- Plan and execute field programs in local and remote sites
- Prepare and review technical reports
- Develop project proposals and budgets
- Participate in our global environmental social governance, joint health and safety, or a local social committee
- Travel throughout Canada
Benefits
- professional career development tracks
- salaries commensurate with experience
- an attractive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
