Intermediate Biologist

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than **550** locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — **28,000 associates** working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

We are looking to hire an individual with a passion for the natural and applied sciences to join our team as an **Intermediate Biologist and Project Manager** **to join our team in our Nanaimo, B.C. office. This position offers an interesting variety of office and field work on a diversified range of projects suited for a vegetation ecologist who is keen to also be in Project Management and Business Development roles. Technical tasks will include biophysical inventories, environmental impact assessments, and monitoring of environmental effects. Although the position will be based in B.C., opportunities to work on projects located in Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northern Territories will arise.

The salary range for this position is $82K to $98K per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

**Some of the Responsibilities You May Have**:

- Maintaining quality control of projects with exceptional Project Management skills and experience.
- Conducting biophysical or environmental assessments with at least 7 to 10 years of experience in the fields of plant ecology, BC ecosystems identification, rare plant surveys, and ecological restoration under the guidance of other intermediate and senior biologists.
- Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental sciences.
- Maintaining existing and developing new client relationships with proven Business Development skills and experience that will include preparing significant proposals and workplans Data analysis and technical reporting (proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Providing technical guidance for junior staff.
- Equipment calibration and maintenance.
- Working outside in varied weather conditions.
- Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
- Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning.
- Health and Safety for work at the project site.
- Willingness to work independently and in a team environment.
- Minimum of a Technical Diploma or a B.Sc. in biology or ecology, or related fields.
- Eligibility for registration or currently registered with the College of Applied Biology.
- Demonstrated experience working with other consultants, government agencies and non-governmental organizations. Aptitude and interest in Project Management required.
- Proven experience in Project Management and Business Development required.
- Proven ability to establish positive relationships with staff, existing and prospective clients.
- Excellent verbal and technical written communication skills.
- A strong track record in Health and Safety management on projects.
- Knowledge of BC environmental regulations.
- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and must provide a current drivers abstract.
- Must be physically capable of working with heavy equipment and sensitive instruments in variable weather conditions.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, practicing safe work methods while working independently.
- Strong interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication.

**What Makes Tetra Tech A Great Place to Work**:

- Benefits starting day one of employment.
- Competitive base salary.
- Eligible for overtime (calculated at 1.5 times) that can be banked or paid out, whatever you prefer. Some of our employees work a lot of hours during the busy times and then take extended time off.
- Hybrid work options when you are not in the field. We'll provide the technology for you to work remotely.
- Tetra Tech employs industry leading technical specialists across all environmental disciplines which promotes a strong mentorship environment and opportunity