Are you an experienced wildlife biologist ready to make a measurable impact on Canada’s most significant mining and energy projects?
Join ERM’s Capital Project Delivery Team in one of our Canadian offices (Vancouver, Smithers, Calgary, or Saskatoon) and help drive sustainable solutions that balance development with biodiversity protection.
Why This Role Matters
At ERM, we partner with leading organizations to solve complex environmental challenges. As a Consultant, Wildlife Biologist, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding wildlife and habitats while enabling responsible resource development. Your expertise will influence decisions that shape landscapes and communities for generations.
What Your Impact Is
- Lead wildlife field programs across Western and Northern Canada, from caribou ranges to migratory bird habitats.
- Deliver high-quality ecological assessments and mitigation strategies for major mining and energy projects.
- Collaborate with Indigenous communities, regulators, and industry leaders to ensure compliance and conservation.
- Contribute to ERM’s global network of environmental experts, sharing knowledge and advancing best practices.
What You'll Bring
Required
- B.Sc. in Biological Sciences or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years in environmental consulting or related sectors (government, mining, energy).
- Proven ability to lead wildlife field surveys and produce technical reports.
- Demonstrated ability to identify fauna in western Canada, including birds by sight and sound.
- Strong knowledge of federal, provincial, and territorial environmental regulations.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and mentoring skills.
- Eligibility for professional registration (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Biol., or equivalent).
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
- M.Sc. in Biological Sciences or related discipline.
- 3+ years of consulting experience.
- Expertise in statistical analysis, spatial habitat mapping, or ARU or camera trap data processing.
- Experience with birds, caribou or northern projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and lead wildlife field programs (birds, amphibians, large mammals).
- Prepare wildlife assessments for Environmental Impact Statements and management plans.
- Conduct literature reviews, analyze field data, and develop client recommendations.
- Manage multiple projects to meet scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
- Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and ERM colleagues worldwide.
For the Consultant, Wildlife Biologist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $73,161–$94,217 (CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in evaluating your candidacy. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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