Senior Environmental Specialist – Fisheries and Aquatics

Hatfield, a proudly Canadian company, has been serving our clients and our community for over 50 years. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Top SME Employers in 2025. With 250 team members and growing, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. When you join Hatfield, you choose a career that makes a difference in the lives of all those who share our planet.Hatfield is seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist – Fisheries and Aquatics to become part of our Environmental Monitoring and Assessment team in North Vancouver, British Columbia . This position is based out of our North Vancouver office and may require travel throughout British Colombia and Alberta.ResponsibilitiesManaging environmental effects monitoring programs, fish and fish habitat baseline surveys, mark-recapture studies, effectiveness monitoring of restoration/offsetting projects, species at risk assessments, and riparian vegetation inventories.Acting as primary client contact on proposals and projects.Preparing, submitting, and consulting on design documents/technical reports.Leading meetings/presentations with/to clients and regulators/interest groups.Preparing and managing project schedules and budgets.Providing technical expertise on environmental protection, assessment, permitting, and monitoring.Mentoring and advising technical staff.Leading business development activities, including actively promoting Hatfield’s services to clients, strengthening existing corporate relationships, preparing technical and financial proposals, and client negotiations.Working in the field, occasionally in remote locations.Education and ExperienceMinimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant environmental discipline (fisheries or aquatics).A relevant professional designation or eligible to apply.7+ years of experience managing environmental studies focused on natural resource development and/or infrastructure projects.General knowledge of federal and provincial environmental legislation and environmental impact assessment processes.Other Assets/SkillsAbility to work in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and teamwork.Demonstrated reporting and project management skills.Research and analytical skills (data collection, compilation, and analysis).Excellent verbal and written communication.What's In It For You?Friendly and down-to-earth work cultureHybrid and flexible working arrangementsBiweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) programMatching group retirement planCompetitive vacation and special leaveProfessional development and mentorship opportunitiesDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingHatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.Hatfield acknowledges that our offices are located on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples. We also recognize and acknowledge the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of the many other Indigenous Peoples who have lived since time immemorial in the places we live and work. Hatfield is committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of the populations we serve, and to provide and support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. We warmly invite all Indigenous Peoples to apply.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your CV in confidence through the online form or email:resumes@hatfieldgroup.catsone.com . Please indicate “ Senior Environmental Specialist – Fisheries and Aquatics” in your subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Salary range: $95k – $110k. We extend an invitation to applicants of all levels to submit their candidacy for this role. Please be advised, that in the course of our assessment of your qualifications, we retain the right to adjust the seniority classification of the position accordingly.Please note that we will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr