Water Quality Specialist

Director of Operations and Senior Water Resources Scientist @ EDI | Professional Geoscientist

We have an immediate, full-time permanent position for an experienced Water Quality Specialist , based out of any of our offices (remote locations will also be considered). In this role, you will support and lead water quality projects across various sectors — with a focus on mining, baseline studies, and environmental assessments and permitting. Working alongside a team of water resources scientists, biologists and environmental professionals, you will contribute to business development initiatives, project delivery, and technical development for our junior team members. This role offers technical leadership, professional development, and a chance to shape your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a passion for water resources, is technically skilled, and has experience in water quality monitoring, data analysis, and report writing.

Our benefits include :

• Competitive compensation, including health benefits, RRSP matching, profit‑sharing and employee share ownership programs.
• A corporate commitment to long‑term career and personal development through opportunities and support for professional advancement (e.g., internal mentorship, annual professional development budget).
• A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding work experience.

EDI is an employee‑owned company with offices across western and northern Canada. Since EDI started in 1994, our people have defined our culture and have been instrumental in our success. As we continue to grow, we look for team members who want to make a difference by helping people and the environment. Our culture focuses on teamwork, a positive attitude, and adaptability to dynamic situations. We promote innovation at all levels. Our members are self‑motivated, enthusiastic for continual improvement and effective communicators. Through relationships built among team members, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company.

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

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Application deadline – January 15, 2026

The typical compensation range for this position is from $85,000 – $128,000 annually; the compensation offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

At EDI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. EDI believes that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a growing environmental company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

If you are ready for new challenges and a rewarding career experience, please email your resume and cover letter in confidence : employment@edynamics.com withEDI2025-157 in the subject line. Only candidates requested for personal interviews will be contacted.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance

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