Terrestrial Ecologist

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Who are we looking for?   

We are looking for a Terrestrial Ecologist to join our growing and dynamic team in our Waterloo, ON office on a full-time permanent basis. This position will involve providing both private and public clients with excellent technical guidance and navigation of the natural environment regulatory framework.

Our Hybrid Model: Be part of the dynamic culture Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.

In an ever-changing world requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.  

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change. 

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world, we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of duties and will see you involved in:

• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
• Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
• Bid Solicitation/Request for Proposal/Tender Preparation: Gather information and resources, and draft and complete standard requests for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for tender (RFT) on the requester side.
• Community of Practice Management: Participate in a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to begin to build own expertise.
• Solutions Analysis: Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Insights and Reporting: Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.
• Sampling and Testing: Collect a range of samples for laboratory testing and undertake testing in accordance with statutory frameworks and best practice to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Habitat Management: Contribute to a process of managing saltwater habitats, focusing on environmental conservation.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in science or environmental studies, university or equivalent

Experience

• General Experience: Minimum 5 years of related work experience required Experience in Ontario conducting vegetation and/or wildlife surveys with a thorough understanding of survey protocols, including Species at Risk surveys
• 5 years of experience working at an environmental consulting firm is Mandatory
• Willingness to travel to undertake fieldwork as required (field demands can include working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and working in remote areas)
• Ideal candidate will have Ontario-based certifications or training (e.g. Ecological Land Classification, Butternut Health Assessment, Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, etc.)
• The ideal candidate will have experience in the field and in the preparation of Environmental Impact Studies
• Experience leading multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a demanding consulting environment
• Exhibit flexibility with the types of projects and responsibilities within them
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, excellent English writing and verbal communication is required to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including clients, agencies, subcontractors, field staff, clients, colleagues, etc.
• A valid driver's license along with a clean driver's abstract is required
• Must have or be able to obtain first aid certification

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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