Senior Vegetation & Rare Plant Specialist 101-244 – Calgary, Alberta
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Calgary Biophysical Group is currently seeking a senior individual to join our team of Scientists and Engineers in our Calgary office:As a Senior Vegetation and Rare Plant Specialist, you will be expected to:
- Effectively scope vegetation assessment requirements
- Participate in, coordinate or manage vegetation projects
- Communicate effectively with individuals and within teams
- Co-ordinate and mentor junior staff and provide senior review
- Participate in the development of a client base for terrestrial environmental consulting services
- This position will initially involve working under the supervision of senior management.
REQUIREMENTS:
Our Client is a strong advocate of the team approach to undertaking projects and problem solving. Accordingly, the candidate will be expected to interface with and work in multi-disciplinary teams in which the contribution of each member is valued.
- University Degree(s) in Botany, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline
- Minimum of 10 years experience in Environmental assessment or vegetation and terrestrial science activities
- Ability to conduct and lead vegetation assessments and rare plant surveys
- Proficient in ecosite and wetlands classification and mapping
- Strong analytical skills applicable to study design and statistical analysis of environmental data using parametric, non-parametric and multivariate techniques
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Experience in environmental consulting particularly vegetation assessment, biodiversity and reclamation
- Ability to identify and pursue related business opportunities for our current and future
