Ausenco – Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada – Lead Marine Biologist

Ausenco is a fast‑growing global consulting and engineering company. We’re seeking a Lead Marine Biologist to join our Environmental Planning and Ecology Business line in the Burnaby office.

Responsibilities

- Design, lead marine studies and prepare technical reports.
- Develop scopes of work, work breakdown structures and budgets for proposals.
- Provide technical and regulatory expertise (provincial, territorial and federal) for projects that interact with marine environments.
- Lead and participate in marine science programs, including fieldwork along coastal environments.
- Lead or coordinate components of regulatory approvals.
- Design offset projects through collaborations with Ausenco engineers and community engagement professionals.
- Manage projects, scopes of work and budgets from proposals through delivery of quality reports.
- Manage or contribute to the compilation and writing of regulatory submissions at a leadership level.
- Review others’ work and provide constructive feedback.
- Market Ausenco’s full range of services to existing and potential clients through your work and other business development opportunities.
- liaise with clients, regulatory agencies and Indigenous peoples.
- Mentor junior and intermediate staff.
- Champion safety and quality daily.

Qualifications

- University degree in biology or a related field.
- Qualified designation (e.g., R.P.Bio or P.Biol.) or eligibility for a designation.
- 10+ years experience leading and conducting marine biology and/or ocean science programs.
- Experience preparing,



reviewing and contributing to regulatory documents in British Columbia, including Environmental Assessment reports and Fisheries Act authorisations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to communicate complex ideas to audiences with varying scientific literacy.
- Advanced understanding of ecological methods and statistics, demonstrated experience interpreting complex data sets.
- Working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., R) for ecological data analysis, visualisation and interpretation.
- Previous experience leading teams within a consultancy practice.
- Ability to think independently and strategically, maintain a positive attitude, be self‑motivated and exhibit strong work initiative.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic and rapid‑paced work environment.

Benefits & Compensation

- Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 annually; variation determined by qualifications, experience and market.
- Career advancement through technical training, mentorship initiatives and networking opportunities.
- Work‑life balance with hybrid model and progressive parental leave benefits.
- Holistic wellness program – confidential counselling, information services and benefits for health & wellness.
- Access to a supportive leadership team and collaborative culture.

Other Information

- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
- Employment type: Full‑time.
- Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology.
- Industries: Professional Services.

Ausenco embraces and encourages diversity in all its forms. We ensure a work environment built on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

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