Terrestrial Ecologist

MTE Consultants Inc. has provided consulting services to communities throughout Ontario since 1985. For over 30 years, we have maintained a commitment to quality and lasting relations. Our strength is in the people we work with and the solutions we design. With 5 different offices across Ontario, our team is comprised of driven professionals at various stages of their careers - and we’re all in this together. Every day, we’re working together and collaborating on projects that are both challenging and impactful. Join a team that creates connections, drives your career, and supports the community in more ways than one.

We are currently seeking a **Terrestrial Ecologist** to join our growing Ecology team, operating within MTE’s Environmental Division in London, Ontario. Our team is involved in a broad range of projects across multiple sectors, providing natural heritage feature inventory and assessment, Species at Risk permitting and agency liaison, ecological restoration, and landscape management services to our clients. The position provides flexibility with respect to work location within MTE’s core geographies of southwestern Ontario **(London, Kitchener or Burlington offices).** MTE offers a flexible or blended work model for employees, including hybrid work from home options.

**Responsibilities**:

- Procurement of work through preparation of proposals and participation in business development activities;
- Perform project management and coordination duties to deliver projects on time and within budget, in accordance with the client needs and MTE quality standards;
- Coordinate field work and data analysis in support of baseline studies, environmental impact studies, Species at Risk permitting and mitigation plans, natural environment monitoring and related scopes of work;
- Liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and other consultants;
- Other related duties, as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 8 years of professional consulting experience;
- Demonstrated knowledge of the terrestrial discipline (vegetation, wetlands, wildlife, SAR, and ecological enhancement/restoration) with experience in Southern Ontario using associated methods, such as standardized wildlife or vegetation field surveys, fish sampling, as well as knowledge and experience in taxonomic identification;
- Demonstrated success in all aspects of project management and delivery, with a Project Management Professional designation considered an asset;
- A proven record of effective technical report writing and ability to provide senior editorial and technical review;
- Demonstrated strengths in developing and maintaining effective relationships with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders;
- Thorough knowledge of municipal, provincial, and federal policies and legislation of Southern Ontario relating to the natural environment, land development and planning, with proven ability to determine policy conformity for specific development proposals and obtain related permits/approvals;
- Experience in carrying out natural heritage impact assessment studies and developing mitigation, monitoring and compensation plans that meet regulatory and client requirements;
- Related experience as a qualified expert witness is considered an asset; and
- Experience mentoring and providing technical training to Ecology staff.

**MTE Consultants Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following**:

- Competitive Wages
- Shared Ownership in Our Employee-Owned Company
- Group RRSP Matching program
- Technical Development and Career Opportunities
- Social and Supportive Culture; and much more
- We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Agencies, please._
- MTE Consultants will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under AODA legislation in all parts of the hiring process. Should accommodation be required, please notify our Human Resources department._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- professional consulting: 8 years (required)

Work Location: In person