Principal Consultant, Scientist

What You’ll Do:

- Support the team with ecological field programs primarily in BC, Alberta and northern Canada.
- Lead the preparation of soils, terrestrial ecosystem, and wetland assessments for EAs/EISs and associated management plans in compliance with applicable federal, provincial/territorial requirements.
- Perform project delivery activities such as survey field work, data collection, literature review, report writing, and developing recommendations for clients.
- Support preparation of proposals, including development of scopes and cost estimates, and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads.
- Work on multiple projects within client’s scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
- Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, landowners, and clients during field activities.
- Manage a team of junior and intermediate level ERM employees with similar interests and experience, providing top quality mentorship opportunities and growing the ERM team from within.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees worldwide.

What you Bring:

- B.Sc. degree in Sciences, Environmental Engineering or related field. M.Sc. preferred.
- 5+ years of environmental consulting experience; prior experience in government, and/or mining or oil and gas sectors are considered assets.
- Environmental Assessment drafting experience.
- Expertise with Federal, Provincial and Territorial regulations and guidelines pertaining to survey methodologies and environmental assessments.
- Experience completing Terrestrial Ecosystem Mapping projects in BC according to provincial standards, guidelines and procedures an asset.
- Holds relevant professional designation, or immediate eligibility. P.Ag or CPESC R.P.Bio/P.Biol preferred.
- Strong commitment to safety, including following established health and safety protocols.
- Ability to lead, follow directions, and take initiative when required.
- Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.
- French or Spanish language skills an asset.
- For the _Principal Consultant, Scientist _position, we anticipate the annual base pay of _$56,335- $66,815 CAD_. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. _We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above_. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus._
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable._
- Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law._
- Who We Are:_

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

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