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Senior Ecologist
R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited
Senior ecologist leading aquatic or terrestrial land development projects and team.
8d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
385 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Hydrogeology
Surveying
Project Management
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Water and Wastewater
Transportation Planning and Engineering
Development Engineering
Transit
Facilities Services
Ecology and Environmental Services
Bridges and Culverts
Solid Waste Management
Role
What you would be doing
aquatic surveys
terrestrial surveys
permit applications
technical reports
project management
regulatory liaison
- Direct a team of aquatic staff who undertake aquatic fieldwork and ecological surveys across southern/central Ontario, using established protocols (i.e., fish habitat and headwater drainage feature assessments).
- Effectively communicate, and establish positive relationships, with federal and provincial agencies (i.e., DFO and MNRF/MECP) during permitting process, on behalf of our clients.
- Direct a team of terrestrial staff who undertake fieldwork and ecological surveys across southern/central Ontario, using established protocols.
- Effectively communicate, and establish positive relationships, with federal and provincial agencies (i.e., Conservation Authorities, MNRF/MECP) during permitting process, on behalf of our Clients.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior and/or intermediate staff.
- Coordinate and execute Environmental/Adaptive Management Plans, such as the design and implementation of ESC strategies and water quality monitoring.
- Apply strong working knowledge of Species at Risk (SAR) surveys and submit permit applications, particularly for Redside Dace under the Species at Risk Act, Endangered Species Actand Fisheries Act.
- Coordinate the production of high-quality technical field reports, project reports and proposals, with an emphasis on document preparation for federal and provincial environmental approvals.
- Lead high quality technical field reports, project reports and proposals, with an emphasis on document preparation for federal and provincial environmental approvals.
- Provide input into Environmental Impact Studies, Natural Heritage Evaluations, Due Diligence Assessments and Environmental Assessments.
- Stay up to date with federal and provincial regulations pertaining to current projects.
- Manage the scope, budget, and deliverables for the natural environmental component of land development projects.
- Liaise with, and provide support to, other technical specialists including project leads, ecologists, hydrogeologists, GIS specialists, engineers, and other disciplines.
- Apply strong working knowledge of SAR surveys and submit permit applications, particularly for Butternut under the Endangered Species Act.
- Prepare Environmental Impact Studies, Natural Heritage Evaluations, Due Diligence Assessments and input to Environmental Assessments.
- Manage the scope, budget and deliverables for the natural environmental component of land development projects.
What you bring
arcgis
autocad
project management
ecology degree
10+ years
land development
- Working knowledge of ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD.
- Ideally, 10+ years consulting experience related to ecology with proven leadership skills to supervise and manage junior/intermediate staff.
- Strong project management skills with an ability to keep within project schedules and budgets and can prioritize workload accordingly in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience within the Land Development industry is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills are required, as well as an aptitude for client and contractor liaison.
- Terrestrial ecology-related: Ecological Land Classification, Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, Butternut Health Assessment, ISA Certified Arborist, vascular plant inventory experience.
- Proven technical writing skills, with the ability to maintain records and prepare high quality reports and proposals including work plans/budgets for future projects.
- Experience with ESC inspections and working effectively with contractors.
- Fisheries ecology-related: OSAP, Fish ID, OBBN, Class 2 Backpack Electrofishing, Can-CISEC.
- Working knowledge of provincial, municipal, and federal environment planning and legislative, guidelines, policies and best practices (i.e., Fisheries Act, Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Act, Conservation Authorities Act, Official Plans, Provincial Policy Statement, Greenbelt Plan).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Studies and/or other related field.
- Active social committees
- RRSP company matching plan
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Potential for performance-driven bonusing
- Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities
- Wellbeing benefit
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment
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Company
Overview
Founded 1970
Year Established
The company was established in 1970, marking the beginning of its journey from modest beginnings to becoming a prominent consultancy.
- Evolved into a coast-to-coast consultancy from a kitchen‑table operation in Orangeville.
- Grew as an employee‑owned company, expanding services from local watermain and land‑development jobs to full civil & environmental engineering.
- Serves municipalities and industry through Ontario and Manitoba offices, with projects spanning Canada, the Caribbean, and Africa.
- Provides expertise in water supply and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater and drainage systems, roads, bridges, and environmental assessments.
- Blends technical skills—GIS, hydrogeology, structural, air/noise, solid waste—with project management and construction administration.
- Distinctive for integrating Indigenous-led partner Neegan Burnside and its own well‑drilling division, serving remote communities.
- We are committed to providing innovative, high-quality services.
- We value teamwork, collaboration, and the diverse perspectives of our employees.
- We foster a culture of accountability and integrity in all our actions.
- We prioritize sustainable practices and take responsibility for our environmental impact.
- We support the growth and development of our employees through mentorship and continuous learning.
2050 Goal
Net-zero Emissions
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by a specific target year, reflecting long-term sustainability aspirations.
- Focused on reducing its environmental footprint and promoting sustainable development.
- Sustainability is integrated into the firm's project management and engineering services.
- Actively seeks innovative solutions to reduce environmental impacts in their projects.
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