Senior Ecologist - Project Coordinator

Description

• Produce high-quality technical reports and documentation for environmental approvals.
• Coordinate and produce technical reports and documentation for environmental approvals.
• Design and implement Environmental/Adaptive Management Plans, including ESC strategies and water quality monitoring.
• Contribute to Environmental Impact Studies, Natural Heritage Evaluations, and Environmental Assessments.
• You mentor and inspire junior staff, contributing to a strong and collaborative team culture.
• Liaise with Conservation Authorities and provincial agencies during permitting processes.
• Prepare Environmental Impact Studies, Natural Heritage Evaluations, and Due Diligence Assessments.
• Manage natural environmental components of land development projects.
• Prepare and submit permit applications under the Endangered Species Act (e.g., Butternut).
• Liaise with federal and provincial agencies (DFO, MNR, MECP) on behalf of clients.
• Lead aquatic fieldwork and ecological surveys using established protocols (e.g., fish habitat, headwater drainage feature assessments).
• Manage environmental components of land development projects including scope, budget, and deliverables.
• You produce high-quality technical documentation that supports project approvals and ecological integrity.
• You help grow our ecology practice through innovation, leadership, and a commitment to excellence.
• Lead terrestrial fieldwork and ecological surveys using established protocols.
• Prepare and submit permit applications under the Species at Risk Act, Endangered Species Act, and Fisheries Act (e.g., Redside Dace).

Requirements

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Terrestrial Ecology: Ecological Land Classification, Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, Butternut Health Assessment, ISA Certified Arborist, vascular plant inventory.
• 10+ years of consulting experience in ecology, with proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent technical writing skills and experience preparing high-quality reports and proposals.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Experience with ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD is an asset.
• You lead projects with confidence, delivering ecological solutions that meet regulatory and client expectations.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and policies (e.g., Fisheries Act, Endangered Species Act, Conservation Authorities Act, Provincial Planning Statement, Greenbelt Plan).
• Aquatic Ecology: OSAP, Fish ID, OBBN, Class 2 Backpack Electrofishing, Can-CISEC, ESC inspection experience.
• You maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and clients through clear, professional communication.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment
• RRSP company matching plan
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Active social committees
• Potential for performance-driven bonusing

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance