Senior Biologist

The Role

We are looking for an innovative and accountable SENIOR BIOLOGIST with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client’s unique needs. You take pride in your work and build trust by following through on your commitments to your clients, partners, and colleagues. You need to have a say in what the world looks like, create sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions, and contribute towards healthy economies while making a lasting positive impact on society. In addition, you want to be part of a company culture that focuses on effectively growing and applying your marvellous talents.

The Company

We are a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, but we are also more than that. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We began in 1975 and work together in an environment that empowers us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating INNOVATIVE solutions that push the boundaries of conventional practices.

In addition, we seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for EXCELLENCE. Here, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, lead, and manage freshwater aquatic, terrestrial, and/or marine baseline studies;
• Act as the lead environmental professional for major planning or feasibility studies in the areas of water and community infrastructure, watershed management, climate change adaptation, and ecological restoration;
• Lead environmental impact assessments, permitting, and approval processes for small and medium-sized water, and community infrastructure projects;
• Lead the development of habitat mitigation, offsetting, and compensation plans, as well as associated monitoring programs and plans;
• Participate in the design and construction of aquatic and terrestrial habitat enhancement projects;
• Lead the preparation of construction-phase environmental management plans and environmental compliance monitoring programs for construction projects;
• Prepare technical reports, memos, and other project deliverables;
• Prepare proposals, including the development of work programs, budgets, and schedules; and
• Act as a senior technical reviewer for projects within one or more skill centres within the company;
• Supervise and mentor junior and intermediate biologists on the Environment team;
• Foster and build relationships with existing and potential clients, including Indigenous communities, municipalities, regional districts, and private companies.

What You’ll Bring

• A positive and motivated personality!
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of post-graduation work experience, preferably some in consulting
• Registered or eligible for registration as an R.P Bio with the College of Applied Biology in BC (other professional designations, e.g. P.Ag., EP, may be considered)
• Experience working in aquatic and/or terrestrial ecosystems of BC and Western Canada
• Solid understanding of current federal and provincial regulatory processes, including awareness of upcoming policy changes and emerging issues
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
• A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
• An understanding of the UN Declaration on the Rights for Indigenous Peoples and how that relates to our responsibilities to advance reconciliation
• A valid driver’s license (in good standing) is mandatory
• Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.

What We Offer

• A hybrid work environment
• Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus
• An opportunity for share ownership upon meeting the eligibility criteria
• Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online
• Annual Health & Wellness Allowance
• Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday
• Relocation support, if applicable and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices
• Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth
• An employee-centric culture that includes sports participation, various team memberships, and team-building activities
• Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
• And more

Wage Range

$110,000 – $120,000, wage dependent on years of experience

Apply Now

Come and build your future with us.

KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant’s possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.

We acknowledge that we are on the unceded, traditional & occupied territories, and as guests of the First Nations and the Métis Nation. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.