Ecologist (Intermediate / Senior)

Location

Ottawa, ON | Canada

Job description

Are you a solutions-oriented ecologist with strong leadership skills looking for a new career challenge? The ARCADIS is seeking an Intermediate OR Senior Ecologist to grow the Ottawa Natural Systems team. Through this role you will have the unique opportunity to work in a supportive, high-performance culture that aims to provide the very best service and highest quality deliverables to existing and new clients.

Our Natural Systems service line supports the ‘Places’ business unit vision to plan, design, build and sustain the cities of tomorrow. By taking a systems-based approach to ecology, we support our clients with solutions that promote the responsible development of our communities. Effectively balancing the need for functional natural heritage systems with the demand for livable communities. We achieve this through true functional integration within a multidiscipline culture – At ARCADIS, the Natural Systems team is not a service provider, but a true partner in the planning and design of our communities.

This position will be largely focused on clients and projects in southern Ontario but will also include opportunities to work on projects across Canada as needs arise. As an ecologist you will be responsible for; managing or coordinating projects undertaken within eastern Ontario, leading the delivery of projects and proposals, developing, and fostering healthy client relationships, scoping and executing field programs, supporting technical reporting and proposals, and collaborating with other members of the team to provide high-quality solutions to our clients.

Through this role, you will be a key member of a team that has a history of undertaking several of the most interesting and influential projects in our communities. Some of the ongoing projects you will be involved with will include; Turtle Radio Telemetry and eDNA studies, the design and development of our growing communities, the design and construction of realigned watercourses and new wetlands, the development of mitigation measures to protect wildlife and habitat road impacts, and many others. 

Role accountabilities:

• Follow and promote a health and safety culture within the team
• Commit to self-development and ongoing learning in the field of Ecology, Leadership, and Business
• Help manage or coordinate projects and technical studies for the Natural Systems team in eastern Ontario. Including the scoping, planning, and execution of field survey programs
• Undertake or coordinate biophysical surveys as required following the standard field methodologies used in Ontario. For example, aquatic habitat surveys, headwater drainage feature assessments, wetland evaluations and delineation, targeted SAR surveys, etc.
• Support the management of the digital data collection and associated project GIS data
• Act as Arcadis' representative at client meetings, and our client’s representative at agency and stakeholder meetings.
• Prepare and/or contribute to technical reports that meet the needs clients and partners. Examples include; Environmental Impact Studies, Existing Conditions Reports, Tree Conservation Reports, Environmental Assessments, and other reports associated with permits and approvals
• Lead or coordinate permitting and approvals at the local, provincial, and federal level related to natural heritage. (e.g. tree cut permits, endangered species act, conservation authorities, fisheries act, etc.)
• Prepare and/or contribute to the preparation of project proposals and associated marketing materials

Qualifications and Experience: 

• A degree or diploma in biology, ecology, environmental studies, or related discipline. A post-graduate degree is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in the consulting environment is preferred. 
• Ideal candidate will have Ontario-based certifications or training in standardized field methodologies (e.g. Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, HDF Assessment, Electrofishing, etc.)
• Experience in the application of natural heritage surveys to support municipal, provincial, or federal approvals in the land development, transportation infrastructure, and municipal planning sectors. These include, but may not be limited to; breeding birds, amphibian call surveys, ELC and vegetation surveys, tree inventories, etc.
• A thorough understanding of municipal, provincial, and federal policies and legislation that govern the management of natural heritage features in Southern Ontario. 
• Project management experience
• Willingness to work flexible hours and undertake fieldwork under a variety of conditions. 
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and out-of-town meetings. 
• Experience with ArcGIS and Mobile Data Collection tools is considered an Asset. 
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong writing, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must have or be able to obtain first aid certification.

Additional Information

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Women’s Network, and Diversity & Inclusion Council. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. The related salary, compensation and benefits will be discussed in detail with the considered candidates for this position.

As part of Arcadis' selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include: work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record. 

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