Terrestrial Biologist / Ecologist

Parsons Corp.

Toronto, ON, Canada
Base: $26.44 - $50.48; bonus/equity: not specified...
5+ years private sector consulting experience
Terrestrial inventories and habitat assessments
Accurate identification of ontario flora and fauna
The role involves conducting a wide range of biological field investigations including breeding bird surveys, bat acoustic surveys, and wetland evaluations for transportation infrastructure projects

Job Summary

  • The role involves conducting a wide range of biological field investigations including breeding bird surveys, bat acoustic surveys, and wetland evaluations for transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Parsons offers a flexible work arrangement allowing employees to work from various Ontario offices or remotely while contributing to critical infrastructure planning.
  • The position includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, a Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and gym membership discounts.

Matching Summary

The role involves conducting a wide range of biological field investigations including breeding bird surveys, bat acoustic surveys, and wetland evaluations for transportation infrastructure projects.

Salary

Base: $26.44 - $50.48; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, vision, dental, DCPP, TFSA, RRSP, life insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years private sector consulting experience
  • Terrestrial inventories and habitat assessments
  • Accurate identification of Ontario flora and fauna
  • Technical report writing and impact assessment
  • Field data collection following established protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Strong client relationship management skills
  • Mentorship of intermediate and junior staff
  • Willingness to travel to field sites
  • Experience with proposal development
  • Collaborative team environment

Key Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in environmental science, biology, ecology, forestry, or geography
  • RAQS Certification (Nature Science) considered an asset
  • Current or past ISA Certified Arborist or Registered Professional Forester certification
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Experience obtaining permits under Endangered Species Act and Fisheries Act

Work Rights

Not specified

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