Environmental Scientist / Biologist

Location: Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada
Compensation: $38–$48 per hour
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt
Education: Four-year degree required
Supervisory Responsibilities: No formal management responsibility

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented Environmental Scientist/Biologist to join a growing environmental and land consulting team in a permanent, full-time capacity.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced environmental professional with strong problem-solving skills, sound technical judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

The organization provides environmental and surface land consulting services across Western Canada and other regions, supporting clients in the oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, agriculture, and municipal sectors. Its multidisciplinary team delivers regulatory guidance, environmental assessments, compliance services, project planning, construction monitoring, and reclamation support.

The successful candidate will contribute to a diverse range of projects in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation, vacation, wellness days, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a health spending account.
• Employee incentive opportunities, including bonuses and retirement savings matching.
• Potential for a hybrid work arrangement.
• Diverse projects offering opportunities for technical development and professional growth.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-focused work environment.

General Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized post-secondary institution with a degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of relevant environmental consulting experience in British Columbia or Alberta.
• Professional accreditation or eligibility for registration through a recognized provincial professional association, such as:
  • Professional Biologist or Registered Professional Biologist.
  • Professional Agrologist or Registered Technical Agrologist.
  • Registered Professional Forester.
• Alberta Qualified Aquatic Environmental Specialist (QAES) and/or wetland specialist qualifications are considered assets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Current safety certifications are considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and a clean driving record.
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

Required Competencies

• Ability to identify, assess, and manage environmental issues in active construction environments.
• Effective communication with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of applicable provincial and federal environmental legislation, policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Understanding of wetland assessment methodologies, wetland evaluation tools, and watercourse crossing requirements applicable in Alberta and/or British Columbia.
• Physical fitness and willingness to travel and work in remote locations and challenging environmental conditions.
• Strong client-service orientation and commitment to health, safety, and environmental stewardship.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality technical work on schedule and within budget.
• Experience coordinating project planning, fieldwork logistics, and site activities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and project schedules.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.
• Strong working knowledge of the oil and gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Consulting and Field Services

• Coordinate with clients and internal team members to establish, manage, and report on environmental consulting services.
• Conduct routine environmental inspections and monitoring at construction sites.
• Review and provide direction on stream crossing installations, water quality protection, fish salvage, soil stripping, and erosion and sediment control measures.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with environmental best practices, regulatory requirements, permits, and project commitments.
• Identify environmental non-conformances and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Conduct and review wildlife, vegetation, and wetland assessments, as well as pre- and post-construction site assessments.
• Prepare construction monitoring reports, inspection reports, and watercourse and waterbody classification documentation.
• Develop and implement wildlife management plans, Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), and erosion and sediment control plans.

Project Management and Technical Quality

• Manage projects ranging from smaller assignments to more complex environmental consulting engagements.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, scopes of work, and project cost estimates.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, resources, field activities, and deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation, including invoices, project files, data records, change orders, and client correspondence.
• Ensure deliverables meet applicable quality standards and project objectives.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders to support effective service delivery.
• Coordinate with senior technical staff to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with project requirements.

Team Collaboration and Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and work direction to junior and intermediate team members as required.
• Delegate assignments effectively, establish clear expectations, monitor progress, and identify project constraints.
• Support team members in resolving technical challenges and meeting project deadlines.
• Apply sound project management practices to define scope, prioritize activities, and address emerging issues.

Regulatory and Client Relations

• Build and maintain positive client relationships through responsive service and practical environmental solutions.
• Consult with environmental regulatory authorities and represent client interests in regulatory discussions as required.
• Support clients in interpreting and meeting applicable environmental legislation, regulatory approvals, and compliance commitments.

Health, Safety, and Travel

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental protection.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses, and incidents, and support timely corrective action.
• Provide health and safety guidance to junior team members and lead project-level hazard assessments.
• Travel to project sites as required, including assignments involving remote locations and periods away from the home office.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced environmental consulting professional with strong field and regulatory expertise, proven project coordination capabilities, and the ability to deliver practical, client-focused solutions. They are comfortable working independently, supporting less-experienced colleagues, managing project requirements, and adapting to changing conditions in the field.