Intermediate Environmental Biologist

About McElhanney

Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,500 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.

The Opportunity

McElhanney is seeking an experienced and motivated Environmental Biologist to join our Langley, BC office. Supported by a team of more than 45 environmental professionals across the company, you will contribute to a diverse range of projects in the cities and communities, energy and resources, and transportation and transit sectors.

In this role, you will provide technical expertise and project leadership across a diverse range of environmental projects, supporting clients through all phases of project delivery. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, build strong client relationships, mentor junior staff, and contribute to practical environmental solutions that balance regulatory requirements and project objectives. Working with industry, Indigenous Nations, private-sector, and municipal clients, you will help develop practical environmental solutions that balance ecological stewardship, regulatory requirements, and project objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support environmental projects from proposal development through completion, including field investigations, data interpretation, and reporting.
• Manage small-scale environmental projects, including scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and client communications.
• Lead environmental assessments, habitat and riparian evaluations, permitting, regulatory approvals, and technical reporting.
• Provide practical environmental advice and solutions to support planning, design, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals, permits, authorizations, wildlife salvage activities, and habitat mitigation or restoration measures.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous Nations, and other project stakeholders.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinate subcontractors and specialty consultants, and mentor junior staff.
• Support business development through proposal preparation, client relationship management, and identifying new opportunities.

What You’ll Bring

• A passion for delivering sustainable environmental solutions within local communities.
• 6+ years of experience in environmental consulting, including proposal preparation, aquatic habitat assessments, permitting, and environmental reporting.
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecological Restoration, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• R.P.Bio. or R.B.Tech. designation in good standing.
• Proven ability to manage environmental projects from initiation through completion, including client management, team coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and delivery of quality outcomes that meet project objectives.
• Strong technical report writing, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Experience liaising with clients, Indigenous Nations, government agencies, and regulatory authorities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Possession of a valid BC Driver's License.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience

• Local knowledge of the Lower Mainland and municipal land development requirements.
• Specialization in fisheries and/or aquatic sciences.
• Electrofishing certification.
• Proficiency with GIS, ArcGIS, mobile data collection, and environmental data management systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary environmental assessments and permitting programs.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $85,000 – $120,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
• Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan and share ownership potential.
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
• Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
• Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

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