We are seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Western Canadian team of environmental professionals who are “lifelong learners”, who improve our physical, social and natural environments, empower our local communities, and collectively shape the world around us.
As a Technical Lead , you will be involved in providing private and public clients with excellent strategic and technical guidance and navigation of the natural workplace regulatory framework. This key lead position is responsible for helping grow our natural science business and provide leadership, mentorship, career development, and financial acumen to our Ecology team. You will also have opportunities to collaborate with other ecology team members across North America.
Responsibilities
Champion relationships with internal (GHD) and external clients in Western Canada
Provide technical leadership on Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Assessments, Environmental Management Plans, and Monitoring Programs
Lead the development of proposals, fieldwork plans, permits/authorizations/offsetting approvals (DFO, WLRS, EAO, SARA, etc.), and reports
Work with peers, intermediates and junior staff in all aspects of project work, fostering an energetic and collaborative environment
Mentor staff to execute positive business outcomes and foster career development
Coordinate technical resources and personnel for timely delivery of multiple projects
Occasionally travel to sites, primarily in Western Canada
Lead field investigations
Qualifications
Required:
Minimum 10 years’ experience leading natural science/ecology projects in Western Canada across multiple industries, with consulting experience
Bachelor’s Degree (minimum)
in Environmental Science, Fisheries, Aquatic Ecology, Biology, Natural Resource Management or a related field
R.P.Biol. and/or P.Biol. designation
Excellent report and proposal writing skills
Supporting provincial and/or federal Environmental Assessments
Leading intermediate and junior staff in data management and reporting
Project and client management skills; strong sense of business acumen
Leading the preparation of complex, high‑consequence technical reports, possibly multi‑disciplinary
Understanding of federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory requirements for ecology related projects in British Columbia and/or Alberta
Conducting field work and willingness to travel for field work
Certification in electrofishing (preferred is Crew Lead Certification)
Managing and planning fish and wildlife salvage programs
Fish and wildlife identification skills
Water quality sampling and analysis
Managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
Collecting, managing, and analyzing data
Driving UTVs in remote locations
Valid driver’s license
Positive attitude, extraordinary communication and interpersonal skills
Flexible with project types/sizes and responsibilities
Preferred:
Project management experience
Restoration plan and habitat offset development
Aquatic Effects Monitoring Program development
Preparing Water Sustainability Act applications and restoration plans (BC)
Preparing Water Act applications and restoration plans (AB)
Construction monitoring
Developing field protocols for deploying remote operated vehicles or drones
Working closely with hydrologists and hydraulic modellers
Assessing fish distribution, abundance, and health
Benthic invertebrate sampling program development
Experience working with Indigenous communities
Statistical experience
Benefits
Hybrid Work Model: 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.
Salary range: $86,153 to $143,588. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.
EEO Statement
GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
Job Info
Job Identification 26848
Job Category Science
Posting Date 06/24/2026, 03:33 PM
Location 10250 101 Street NW Suite 640, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3P4, CA
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