Wetland Ecologist

**The Opportunity**:
Tetra Tech is adding a **Wetland Ecologist**to our **Environment & Water - Biological Sciences**team based in **Edmonton, AB.**

**Why Tetra Tech**:
At Tetra Tech, we are **_Leading with Science_** to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

**Your Impact**:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

**Your Role**:

- Developing and/or conducting biophysical assessments with a focus on vegetation, wetlands, and soils.
- Preparing reports, conducting reviews and analysis.
- Providing senior review for reports prepared by juniors.
- Developing environmental protection/mitigation plans.
- Preparing proposals including scopes of work, budget estimates and formal RFP submissions.
- Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental science.
- Contributing to ongoing project management best practice implementation.
- Staying current on technical and sector-based trends and legislation at the municipal, provincial and national level.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, environmental sciences or a related field.
- Working towards a Professional designation (i.e., P.Biol or equivalent), with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
- Working towards becoming and Authenticating Wetland Professional.
- Strong knowledge and practice in wetlands in the Prairies including assessments, mitigation and monitoring.
- Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools (e.g., the Digital Regulatory Assurance System [DRAS], OneStop, etc.) and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy (proficiency under municipal and federal jurisdictions is considered an asset).
- Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy (proficiency under municipal and federal jurisdictions is considered an asset).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public. Public consultation experience is an asset.
- A strong track record in Health and Safety management.
- Ability to travel and work in remote locations.

**Life at Tetra Tech**:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
- Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
- We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.