Wildlife Biologist - Calgary

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Wildlife Biologist to our Environment & Water – Biological Sciences team based in Calgary, AB .

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

• Coordinating and leading wildlife surveys following the Alberta Sensitive Species Inventory Guidelines (eg. bird migration, breeding birds, burrowing owls, sharp-tailed grouse and sensitive raptors).
• Provide mentoring for and conduct pre-disturbance nest sweeps and construction monitoring.
• Leading amphibian surveys (acoustic and visual searches) and performing amphibian salvages.
• Developing and/or conducting avian, reptile and mammal surveys.
• Conducting data entry, reviews and analysis to support environmental assessments and inform risk identification to develop mitigation strategies.
• Designing and proposing wildlife field and desktop review studies to meet regulatory requirements, including conducting consultation with regulators.
• Completing environmental impact assessments.
• Preparing reports related to siting evaluation, environmental planning/permitting, and/or environmental reviews.
• Programing and deploying autonomous recording units (ARU) and/or wildlife cameras.
• Developing environmental protection/mitigation plans.
• Preparing proposals including scopes of work, budget estimates and formal RFP submissions.
• Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental science.
• Staying current on technical and sector-based trends and legislation at the municipal, provincial and federal level.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in biology, environmental science, ecology, natural resource science or related studies.
• Registered as a Professional Biologist in Alberta or working towards becoming registered (i.e., BIT).
• Minimum of 3+ years environmental consulting experience completing and managing wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, and construction monitoring.
• The ability to positively identify wildlife species including birds by sight and sound.
• Familiarity with species habitat requirements and identifying prairie habitat types (e.g., native grassland).
• Demonstrated knowledge of provincial and federal wildlife legislation and regulatory requirements, primarily in western Canada.
• Possession of a valid driver’s licence with no restrictions.
• Strong wildlife identification skills for avian species in prairie, parkland, boreal, mountain and northern habitats.
• Experience developing budgets and scope of work for projects related to wildlife surveys and assessments.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of municipal, provincial, and federal environmental permitting and regulatory requirements related to wildlife in western Canada and a proven track record in their application.
• Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
• Public consultation experience is an asset.
• Aptitude to follow protocols and work efficiently, independently, and under time constraints while in the field and office in order to meet deliverable targets and deadlines.
• A strong track record in Health and Safety management.
• Safety certifications such as First Aid are considered an asset.
• Ability to travel and work in remote locations.
• Ability to work long days (up to 12 hours) in the field and occasionally for long durations away from home (up to 21 days).
  
  

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
  
  

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Additional Information

• Organization: 704 EGI