Senior Biologist

Job Description

Your Employer

Dare to join Englobe

 

At nearly 3,000 people, Englobe is one of Canada’s premier firms specializing in professional engineering services, environmental sciences, and soil and biomass treatment.

With offices located across Canada, the United Kingdom and France, we are conveniently located to support large- and small-scale projects, through different stages, in many sectors. Offering a range of value-added services that run the gamut from professional consulting services to turnkey project implementation, Englobe has developed a reputation for integrity, credibility, and people-centered values.

 

When you choose Englobe, you’re choosing a team with a wide range of expertise and a shared concern for the environment and the sustainable development of their communities. At Englobe, the health and safety of our employees is a top priority. We have built a culture of caring and are sincerely committed to diversity and inclusion. In practice, this means we take care of every aspect of the employee experience.

And that’s not all… Taking initiative and seizing opportunities for professional development are encouraged. We believe that great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere! At Englobe, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and excel.

 

We offer

A full range of benefits (group insurance with shared costs upon hiring, group RRSP);
A telemedicine virtual healthcare service;
An annual reimbursement of sports expenses;
Opportunities for skills development;
Flexible hours and ability to compress working hours;
Internal policy to encourage teleworking.
Choose the path of impact. Join us in creating a positive legacy.

 

As a Senior Biologist, you will provide experience and technical guidance on multidisciplinary projects in aquatic biology, terrestrial biology, environmental assessment and management , and regulatory requirements. When applying, we encourage you to detail your experience.

 

 

Your Contribution

Manage multi-disciplinary projects related to Natural Science and the Environmental Field, including, but not limited to: Wildlife and Species at Risk (SAR) studies, Environmental Impact Assessments, Ecological Risk Assessments, Site Assessment and Remediation, Environmental Management and Supervision, Compliance Audits, and Mining Consulting;
Develop, supervise, and lead fieldwork programs correlated with Natural Science Investigations (e.g. environmental management activities, permitting, fish inventories and habitat assessments, fish salvage, vegetation and wildlife inventories and assessments, water quality and sediment quality sampling etc.);
Assist in the resolution of conflicting technical information and unsuitability of standard procedures;
As a group leader, reviews the work of junior staff for accuracy and completeness. As a specialist, may provide advice and guidance to less experienced staff;
Develop new procedures and processes or unique approaches to problem resolutions and implement prescribed technical procedures and work plans;
Make decisions and recommendations, within authorized limits prescribed by superior and/or policy;
Prepare high quality documents including technical reports, proposals, and qualification packages including cost estimates;
Monitors costs, progress and quality of work;
Lead and participate in project management meetings;
Maintain a commitment to exceeding client expectations by consistently delivering high quality work;
Consistently maintain professionalism and objectivity while working with colleagues and clients who require varying degrees of support:
Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy to maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external contacts;
Apply the health and safety program.

 

Your Profile

Ability to work in a dynamic environment with limited supervision;
Strong organization and planning skills;
Strong research and technical writing skills;
A proven record of professional report writing and providing senior editorial and technical review;
Ability to effectively and efficiently problem-solve and tackle new assignments;
Ability to think critically with creative and innovative solutions. Can visualize potential problems and solutions in advance;
Provides career development to more junior staff. Willingness to delegate responsibility, work with others, and coach to develop their capabilities;
Shares information, advice, and suggestions to help others be more successful;
Provides assignments that will develop others’ abilities and competencies.
Provides effective leadership on projects and within the company. Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best. Sets clear, meaningful, challenging, and attainable project goals and expectations that are aligned with those of the organization.
Undergraduate degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
Professional designation required
10 years or more of relevant experience

Responsibilities

Manage multi-disciplinary projects related to Natural Science and the Environmental Field, including, but not limited to: Wildlife and Species at Risk (SAR) studies, Environmental Impact Assessments, Ecological Risk Assessments, Site Assessment and Remediation, Environmental Management and Supervision, Compliance Audits, and Mining Consulting;
Develop, supervise, and lead fieldwork programs correlated with Natural Science Investigations (e.g. environmental management activities, permitting, fish inventories and habitat assessments, fish salvage, vegetation and wildlife inventories and assessments, water quality and sediment quality sampling etc.);
Assist in the resolution of conflicting technical information and unsuitability of standard procedures;
As a group leader, reviews the work of junior staff for accuracy and completeness. As a specialist, may provide advice and guidance to less experienced staff;
Develop new procedures and processes or unique approaches to problem resolutions and implement prescribed technical procedures and work plans;
Make decisions and recommendations, within authorized limits prescribed by superior and/or policy;
Prepare high quality documents including technical reports, proposals, and qualification packages including cost estimates;
Monitors costs, progress and quality of work;
Lead and participate in project management meetings;
Maintain a commitment to exceeding client expectations by consistently delivering high quality work;
Consistently maintain professionalism and objectivity while working with colleagues and clients who require varying degrees of support:
Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy to maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external contacts;
Apply the health and safety program.

 

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to work in a dynamic environment with limited supervision;
Strong organization and planning skills;
Strong research and technical writing skills;
A proven record of professional report writing and providing senior editorial and technical review;
Ability to effectively and efficiently problem-solve and tackle new assignments;
Ability to think critically with creative and innovative solutions. Can visualize potential problems and solutions in advance;
Provides career development to more junior staff. Willingness to delegate responsibility, work with others, and coach to develop their capabilities;
Shares information, advice, and suggestions to help others be more successful;
Provides assignments that will develop others’ abilities and competencies.
Provides effective leadership on projects and within the company. Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best. Sets clear, meaningful, challenging, and attainable project goals and expectations that are aligned with those of the organization.
Undergraduate degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
Professional designation required
10 years or more of relevant experience

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