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We lead the industry by adopting technologies and finding creative solutions that improve efficiency and allow for a flexible work environment. Whether your career with Connexa is in the field or in the office, you will find that we are adaptive to the ever-changing workplace.

The Environmental Monitor / Coordinator

is a key intermediate role within our Environmental Division, responsible for environmental monitoring and coordination on construction, mining, hydro, and pipeline projects. This role also participates as a Resource Specialist in biophysical assessment, wildlife, and fisheries work, acting as Field Lead as required, and provides mentorship to junior field staff.

The Work

- Hybrid Office (30%) / Field (70%)
- Focus: Coordinate and deliver environmental monitoring on multi-disciplinary construction, mining, hydro, and pipeline projects.
- Shifts: Field shifts typically 2–10 days, with longer shifts possible. Overnight stays in hotels or camps are required.
- Geographic Scope: Projects generally located in Central or Northern Alberta, with potential to travel elsewhere within Western Canada.
- Monitoring & Coordination: Lead environmental monitoring activities on active construction sites, liaising directly with contractors and client representatives to ensure compliance with permits, approvals, and environmental protection plans.
- Resource Specialist Duties: Participate as a Resource Specialist on biophysical assessments, wildlife surveys, water quality, and fisheries work, and act as Field Lead on these assignments from time to time.
- Mentorship: Provide field-based mentorship and technical guidance to junior environmental staff, supporting their development in monitoring,



assessment, and reporting skills.
- Adverse Conditions: Be prepared to work in remote locations and challenging conditions such as muddy roads, steep terrain, dense vegetation, and snowy environments.
- Physical Demands: Carry field equipment such as soil sampling tools and other required gear (up to 30 lb).

Technical Strength

Demonstrated intermediate-level expertise in one or more of the following, with working knowledge across most:
- Environmental monitoring and construction inspection
- Regulatory compliance monitoring (e.g., Environmental Protection Plan implementation)
- Erosion and sedimentation control
- Soil sampling (including both baseline soil and contaminated sampling)
- Air quality
- Wildlife sweeps (year-round identification of dens, nests, mineral licks, and other key features)
- Water quality monitoring (turbidity)
- Fish salvage and habitat assessment
- Pipeline HDD monitoring

Equipment and Tools

- Drive light-duty trucks, ATVs, UTVs, and trailers. A valid driver's licence is required.
- Use navigational and data collection tools such as Garmin GPS, Avenza, Collector, and similar platforms.

Collaboration and Communication

- Demonstrate a commitment to Connexa's core values in all professional activities.
- Collaborate with Connexa team members, client field representatives, contractors, and regulators.
- Maintain strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey monitoring findings and compliance issues clearly to non-technical audiences.





Administrative and Support Tasks

- Complete office reporting, QA/QC, data entry, and timely submission of field data.
- Prepare monitoring reports and correspondence for client and regulatory review.
- Attend meetings and training sessions as needed.
- Support recruitment and onboarding of junior field staff where applicable.

Availability

- Excluding vacation or allotted personal days, field staff must be available for field work up to 20 days per month, including up to 2 weekends per month.
- Excluding vacation or allotted personal days, 10–11 days off can be anticipated per month.

What You Bring to the Table

- A diploma or bachelor's degree in conservation biology, land reclamation, environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, or a related field.
- 5–9 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated intermediate-level technical and coordination capability.
- Professional designation in BC or AB (e.g., RPBio, P.Ag., or equivalent) that qualifies the candidate as a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), or clear eligibility to obtain one.
- Electrofishing certification an asset.
- Experience acting as a Field Lead.
- Intermediate to advanced reporting abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior staff in the field.
- The ability to liaise with clients, contractors, and regulators, and make qualified in-field decisions independently.
- A love for being on the road and working in both natural and construction environments is essential.
- Physically fit, with the ability to walk extended distances in challenging field conditions.

The Workplace

This is a hybrid office and field position, combining virtual work from a home office with 2–10 day field shifts as project needs arise.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Intermediate Environmental Monitor / Coordinator (Vancouver)
🏢 Connexa Group
📍 Vancouver