Lead Marine Biologist

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities. Our team in Canada is growing; we are currently recruiting for a Lead Marine Biologist to join our Environmental Planning and Ecology Business line based in our Burnaby office. About the role Designing and leading marine studies and preparing technical reports. Developing scopes of work, work breakdown structures, and budgets for proposals. Providing technical and regulatory expertise (provincial, territorial, and federal) for projects that interact with marine environments. Lead and participate in marine science programs, including fieldwork along coastal environments. Leading or coordinating components of regulatory approvals. Designing offset projects through collaborations with Ausenco’s engineers and community engagement professionals Managing projects, scopes of work, and budgets from proposals through to the delivery of quality reports. Managing or contributing at a leadership level to the compilation and writing of regulatory submissions. Reviewing others’ work and offering constructive feedback. Marketing Ausenco’s full range of services to existing and potential clients through your work and other business development opportunities. Liaising with clients, regulatory agencies, and Indigenous peoples. Mentoring junior and intermediate staff. Being a champion for safety and quality, every day. About you A university degree in biology or a related field. A professional designation (e.g., R.P.Bio or P.Biol.) or eligibility for a designation. 10 + years’ experience leading and conducting marine biology and/or ocean science programs. Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing, and contributing to regulatory documents in British Columbia, including Environmental Assessment reports and Fisheries Act authorizations. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate complex ideas to audiences with varying levels of scientific literacy, including clients, regulators, community members and other interested stakeholders. An advanced understanding of ecological methods and statistics and demonstrated experience interpreting complex datasets. Demonstrated working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., R) for ecological data analysis, visualization, and interpretation. Previous experience leading teams within a consultancy practice Ability to think independently and strategically, maintain a positive attitude, be self-motivated and employ a strong work initiative. Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. Why Ausenco? We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer: Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution. Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition. We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation. As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual. Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually. Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Join us and work a better way. #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr