Lead aquatic ecology and environmental consulting projects with Onterris in Calgary, Edmonton, or Grande Prairie. Apply scientific expertise across Western Aquatics and Wildlife. As a Senior Aquatic Scientist, you will provide expertise in aquatic ecology, fisheries, hydrology, or water quality. You will support multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory applications across Western Canada. The work includes technical advising, project oversight, aquatic effects assessments, and monitoring programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee complex aquatic effects and biological investigations
- Provide technical leadership for aquatic monitoring programs
- Review and sign off client and regulatory deliverables
- Manage proposals, budgets, resources, and project execution
- Mentor junior team members across field and office environments
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in aquatic or environmental science
- 10+ years’ environmental consulting or related industry experience
- Familiarity with Western Canadian and federal regulations
- Relevant qualified designation, such as Professional Biologist
- Valid unrestricted Class 5 driver’s license Bring aquatic science, regulatory knowledge, and technical leadership to Onterris projects supporting environmental compliance and responsible development.