Senior Environmental Scientist

Senior Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. JohnFort St. John, BC, CanadaCA$ 100,000.00 - 130,000.00 (Canadian Dollar)Job Openings Senior Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. JohnAbout the job Senior Environmental Scientist / Project Manager - Fort St. JohnWe are an expanding progressive surface land and environmental consulting firm with an interest in oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, and agricultural industries, as well as municipal authorities throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Canadas north. We employ a team of over 85 staff members located in our Fairview, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, and Terrace offices, and we offer interdisciplinary expertise to develop environmental solutions for our clients throughout western Canada. For over 40 years, we have directly assisted clients in regulatory application and have provided consulting expertise on environmental legislation, regulations and guideline compliance related to project planning, development, and reclamation. We know great things happen when smart people with equal amounts of talent and determination come together to create what could not be done alone. Help us do great thingsGENERAL QUALIFICATIONSGraduate of a recognized Post Secondary institution or college the field of Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Sciences5+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience (in NE BC oil and gas preferred)This position requires membership, or eligibility for membership, in the BC College of Applied Biologists (preferred) or the BC Institute for AgrologistsHighly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other MS Office programsCurrent Safety Tickets (i.e., First Aid, H2S) preferredValid Class 5 Drivers LicenseREQUIRED COMPETENCIESAbility to coordinate project planning, logistics, and preparation for field workUnderstanding of applicable environmental regulations, guidelines, and associated industry practices within BCFamiliar with BC Energy Regulator regulationsTechnical experience with BCs vegetation and wildlife speciesStrong commitment to health and safety leadershipExcellent attention to detail, well organized, and reliableAbility to manage time and priorities effectivelyAbility to collect, manage, and report on accurate and up-to-date field informationOwnership attitude and accountability for completing tasks on time and on budgetResourcefulness, constantly troubleshooting, knows the tools available and uses them appropriatelyStrong oral communication skills, can effectively communicate with clients, peers, suppliers, and contractorsStrong written communication and technical report writing skillsAbility to work under harsh environmental and weather conditions on occasionPhysically fitA team playerRESPONSIBILITIESInterface with staff and clients to setup, manage, and report on environmental services related to upstream oil and gasfacilities and regulatory requirementsAssist with building and maintaining positive client relationship focused on providing top quality service and projectTake direction from and supports senior staff to achieve project and business goalsContribute to projects with focus on data collection/processing, increasing role in analysis/interpretation, reporting andproject managementAssist with and/or lead field assessments as required on oil and gas facilities on crown land, including watercourse, wetland,vegetation, soil, timber, and wildlife assessments, including travelConduct baseline field studies, construction monitoring, site reconnaissance, field biological surveys, client meetings, etc.Undertake assignments that may involve travel and periods of time away from home office (camp/shift work on occasion)Complete technical reporting for Pre-Construction Site Assessments, Schedule A Soil Assessments, Fish HabitatAssessments and Wildlife Habitat Features Reports, Environmental Protection Plans, and reclamation reportsCOMPENSATIONFull Time PositionLocal and Remote Work OptionsCompetitive Wage ($40.00 to $60.00 per hour)Paid Vacation and Personal DaysGroup Life and Health BenefitsWellness ProgramRRSP and Employer ContributionsCompensation packages will be determined based on candidates experience, education, and overall suitability for position. #J-18808-Ljbffr