Senior Biologist

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Biologist

Company : Location :

Ecora Engineering & Environmental Ltd.

Kelowna & Vancouver, British Columbia

WHO WE ARE

Ecora is an engineering, environment, and natural resource consulting company. We are committed to delivering quality services to our valued clients. Our incredible team of engineers, environmental scientists and resource professionals work together to provide clients with a synergistic offering of services unique to the industry. We are built on the foundation of our core values : commitment to our people, our relationships, our community, and our environment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Ecora is seeking a Senior Biologist to join our expanding Environmental Group. The position will be based in Kelowna or Vancouver to support our growing workload in BC.. We are seeking an experienced consulting biologist with a sound technical background in terrestrial and wildlife ecology and strong leadership and project management skills. Our company offers a diverse range of project opportunities and a culture of creativity and innovation. The position involves a combination of field and office work, with occasional travel and remote work.

Ecora's Environmental Group has extensive experience across industrial sectors, including forestry, renewable energy, municipal, land development, oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We provide environmental services to provincial government agencies including the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit, BC Hydro, Fortis BC, and BC Ministry of Forests; and to municipalities, First Nation communities, architects, developers, and contracting firms throughout British Columbia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, coordinate, and lead field studies related to terrestrial ecosystems and wildlife, including species-at-risk surveys, habitat assessments, and biodiversity monitoring.
• Analyze and interpret ecological data to support environmental assessments, impact studies, and mitigation planning.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and regulatory submissions in compliance with provincial and federal environmental legislation.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders to support project approvals and build strong working relationships.
• Lead and support multi-disciplinary project teams and manage budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost control / monitoring, billing oversight and execution.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development and proposal writing.
• Collaborate with team members across the company and externally in completing deliverables.
• Complete required corporate operation and administrative activities as required, in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

REWARDS OF WORKING AT ECORA

Upon joining Ecora, you will be welcomed into a close-knit and cohesive organization with excellent company culture and a range of social events.

Ecora is an equal opportunity employer and stays true to its mission by ensuring it leads with its values. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our mission, and we strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels inspired and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We encourage, support, and celebrate the unique voices of our team members.

Ecora thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.