Marine and Fisheries Project Manager

Are you passionate about marine conservation, fisheries management, aquaculture, and environmental stewardship? Adecco is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Marine and Fisheries Project Manager to lead impactful marine, fisheries, habitat restoration, and shellfish initiatives in beautiful coastal British Columbia.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine project leadership, funding development, regulatory coordination, field operations, and community engagement while helping advance long-term marine stewardship and sustainable resource management initiatives.

Relocation assistance is available, and the successful candidate will be expected to commit to a minimum two-year term.

• Pay Rate: $80,000 - $90,000 per year (based on qualifications and experience)

• Location: Gold River, BC

• Job type: Permanent | Full-time

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Competitive salary of $80,000-$90,000 annually

• Relocation assistance provided

• Meaningful work supporting marine conservation and fisheries stewardship

• Opportunity to work closely with Indigenous communities and environmental partners

• Diverse and impactful projects across coastal ecosystems

• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment

Responsibilities:
Project Management

• Lead fisheries, marine conservation, habitat restoration, and shellfish projects from planning through completion

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and reporting requirements

• Coordinate field studies, environmental monitoring programs, permitting activities, and logistics

• Oversee consultants, contractors, and project partners to ensure successful project delivery

• Provide technical guidance and operational support to project teams

Funding, Reporting & Partnerships

• Research, identify, and secure grant and funding opportunities

• Prepare funding applications, proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation

• Develop technical reports, project summaries, presentations, and recommendations

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and stewardship organizations

• Collaborate with organizations including DFO, Parks Canada, ECCC, CFIA, and other key partners

Operations & Community Support

• Support operational activities related to shellfish farming and fisheries initiatives

• Review environmental and monitoring data to inform project planning and decision-making

• Coordinate follow-up actions and support evidence-based resource management practices

• Participate in community engagement, knowledge-sharing, and stewardship initiatives

• Ensure all activities meet applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Compliance & Stewardship

• Support environmental compliance, permitting, and regulatory processes

• Assist with risk management and project sustainability initiatives

• Promote responsible marine resource management and conservation practices

• Ensure projects align with organizational stewardship priorities and objectives

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fisheries, Environmental Science, Oceanography, Aquaculture, Conservation Biology, or a related discipline

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

• PMP, RPBio designation, or eligibility for certification is considered an asset

• Significant experience in fisheries, marine conservation, aquaculture, shellfish operations, habitat restoration, or Indigenous stewardship programs

• Proven experience managing complex projects, budgets, funding programs, and stakeholder relationships

• Strong technical writing, grant-writing, reporting, and presentation skills

• Experience coordinating field operations and environmental monitoring activities

• Knowledge of fisheries management, aquaculture practices, environmental regulations, and habitat restoration initiatives

• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional project management and organizational skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information

• Passion for environmental stewardship and sustainable resource management

Working Conditions

• Combination of office, field, and community-based work

• Travel within the region may be required

• Participation in field operations in coastal and marine environments

• Occasional flexibility in work schedules to support operational requirements

Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.

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