| Senior Fisheries Biologist |
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Location: B.C. & Alberta Responsibilities: · Identify emerging markets and business opportunities with existing and new clients; · Provide supporting and leadership roles in fisheries and aquatic ecology technical work involving fisheries sampling programs and surveys, ecological restoration, biological impact analysis for EIAs, and habitat compensation for multi-disciplinary teams; · Performing fish habitat assessments/compensation or monitoring for bridge crossings, outfalls, road improvements, municipal development projects, oil and gas exploration and mine development; · Write effective proposals with input from others in the proposal team; · Provide supervision and mentoring of intermediate and junior staff through on-the-job training and project work; · Effectively manage and coordinate projects as a technical lead or project manager; · Write and deliver high quality reports, which may include: field reports; permit applications; compensation plans; sustainability/restoration plans; environmental impact assessments; land/watershed plans; management plans; etc. · Develop appropriate marketing materials and strategies; · QA/QC of reports. Qualifications
· B.Sc., M.Sc. in fisheries biology, aquatic ecology or a related field;
· Registered or eligible for registration with the BC or Albert Society of Professional Biologists;
· Expertise in aquatic habitat and fish ecology;
· Minimum of 10 years in field biology and ecology;
· Previous experience in consulting is essential;
· Knowledge of provincial and federal acts, regulations, policies and guidelines;
· Proven leadership and superior communication (verbal and written) skills;
· Strong reputation for ecological expertise, and capable of developing good client relationships;
· Ability to deliver top quality projects on time and on budget.
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