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Senior Marine Biologist - ( 240003DU ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities we support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Your Opportunity We are actively seeking a talented Senior Marine Biologist to join our marine team, ideally located in the Lower Mainland and working two to five days per week in our Burnaby, BC office (potentially negotiable). The successful candidate will work in a team environment and contribute to environmental impact assessments, environmental effects mitigation and monitoring programs, research projects and permitting. Depending on level of expertise, tasks may include conducting or planning field work, data analysis, report and proposal writing and reviewing, preparing and delivering presentations, and business development. The successful candidate will help shape our marine practice in BC and beyond. Your Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Manage, plan, and lead marine field programs (e.g., marine fish, marine mammals, intertidal diversity, water and sediment quality)</li> <li>Prepare complex assessment and permitting documents (e.g., Fisheries Act authorization applications, Waste Discharge Authorization applications, Environmental Assessment technical chapters)</li> <li>Contribute leadership to the group by providing supervision, training, technical direction, and mentoring to junior and intermediate staff</li> <li>Assemble, manage, and analyze large marine datasets</li> <li>Manage tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work, and deliver quality reports on schedule and within budget</li> <li>Lead the pursuit of new business development opportunities by preparing proposals and building and maintaining positive client relationships</li> <li>Understand recent and existing practices and techniques for sampling and analysis of data from marine intertidal, subtidal and pelagic environments</li> <li>Embrace and promote Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work</li> <li>Participate in Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work</li> <li>A people leadership position may be available based on interest and qualifications, but is not a requirement for this position</li> </ul>Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials <ul> <li>Proven technical, communication, writing and organization skills.</li> <li>Familiarity with coastal marine ecology and knowledge of current provincial and federal government regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Required experience in: <ul> <li>Working in a collaborative team environment</li> <li>Developing field programs and methods to meet specific project objectives</li> <li>Preparing Fisheries Act authorization applications with offsetting plans</li> <li>Preparing environmental assessment technical chapters federally and provincially, preferably in British Columbia</li> <li>Leading field crews in the execution of marine field programs including developing health and safety protocols</li> <li>Collecting, managing, and analyzing data (statistical experience is preferred)</li> <li>Leading the preparation of complex, high-consequence technical reports, possibly multi-disciplinary</li> <li>Leading proposals of varying sizes, contributing to large proposals</li> <li>Business development through client relationships and/or technical expertise</li> <li>Leading junior and intermediate staff in data management and report preparation</li> </ul></li> <li>Experience in any of the following is an asset: <ul> <li>Developing habitat offset and restoration plans</li> <li>Designing and conducting underwater acoustic monitoring programs</li> <li>Construction monitoring and environmental management planning, including underwater noise</li> <li>Occupational Diver Certification (30 m) issued by the Diver Certification Board of Canada ("commercial certification")</li> <li>Developing field study protocols for and deploying remote operated vehicles</li> <li>Coastal resiliency and climate change adaptation</li> </ul></li> </ul>Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Biology is required and a M.Sc. or PhD in Biology is preferred. Current Registered Professional Biologist accreditation with the College of Applied Biology is required. Minimum of 7 years of experience as a marine biologist, 10 or more years preferred, with experience in marine ecosystems in British Columbia. Consulting experience is required. Other types of safety training are assets: SVOP, MED training, marine first aid. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Salary Range(s): <ul> <li>Lower Mainland $92,600/BC Other Areas $87,400 - Lower Mainland $138,900X/BC Other Areas $131,000 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in BC (Lower Mainland includes Vancouver &amp; Burnaby)</li> </ul>The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death &amp; dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Primary Location : Canada-British Columbia-Burnaby Other Locations : Canada-British Columbia-Terrace Organization : BC-1232 EnvSvcs-CA British Columbia Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Individual Contributor Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Sep 10, 2024, 2:45:14 PM Req ID: 240003DU Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Marine Biologist

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that is critical to our clients and the communities we support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Stantec's aquatic environmental services work in Canada spans habitats from open ocean to coastal rainforest to arctic tundra, and project diversity ranging from grassroots watershed management to cutting-edge mining and liquified natural gas developments. Our team includes nationally recognized experts in freshwater and marine ecology. A role with Stantec provides the support of leading scientists, with the opportunity to grow your career in multiple directions. Your Opportunity Stantec has an opportunity for an Intermediate Aquatic Biologist to join our Aquatics team. The position may be located in any of our offices in British Columbia however preference will be given to candidates located in the Lower Mainland. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who has supported clients through project stages from baseline assessment to construction support services. With an understanding of the federal and provincial legislation and regulations and municipal bylaws that relate to freshwater, estuarine, and marine aquatic ecosystems, you have experience exercising independent judgement to develop and implement fish and fish habitat programs (field work, analysis, and reporting) within standard practice guidelines. You also have experience preparing permit applications such as: <ul><li>Requests for Review and section 35(2)(b)/34.4(2)(b) authorization applications under the Fisheries Act</li><li>Notifications of an Authorized Change under part 3 of the Water Sustainability Regulation </li><li>Change Approvals under section 11 of the Water Sustainability Act</li><li>Section 82 - Impact Assessment Act for Projects on Federal Lands - Project and Environmental Review</li><li>Species At Risk Act (SARA) - Section 2 - Permit Authorizing an Activity Affecting Listed Wildlife Species Regulations</li><li>Riparian Areas Protection Regulation Detailed Assessments</li><li>Experience with working in urban environments would be considered an asset, as would experience with linear developments, construction in aquatic environments, or mining. Technical experience with environmental overview/impact assessments, environmental permitting, construction environmental management plans, species at risk, and monitoring works in and about a stream are an asset. While this position is anchored in fish and fish habitat biology, experience and interest in water quality and aquatic resources (lower trophic levels) are assets. Data analysis skills such as advanced Excel skills and/or functional skills in R are assets.</li></ul>As an Aquatic Biologist, you will conduct exciting work with multi-disciplinary teams on varied projects across Canada, including work with civil and process engineers, hydrotechnical and habitat design specialists, fish biologists, geographic information specialists, and impact assessment practitioners. Your assignments will be broad, varied, and diverse, and will include providing mentorship to junior staff. You will also provide sound advice to clients, regulators, and Stantec team members. The successful candidate with join a team that works together to foster a collaborative culture with a focus on communication, mentorship, and opportunity. Your Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop, lead, manage, and support fish, aquatic resource, and/or water quality components of projects</li><li>Develop, lead, and manage environmental management and construction monitoring projects</li><li>Design and lead field sampling programs in accordance with provincial guidance, such as RISC standards, or other standard methods employed by Stantec</li><li>Interpret data in relation to permit or regulatory requirements</li><li>Perform descriptive and/or comparative statistical analyses for fish and water quality data to detect spatial and temporal trends, significant differences, or guideline exceedances</li><li>Prepare permit applications (e.g., Fisheries Act, Water Sustainability Act, Environmental Management Act, or Riparian Areas Protection Act)</li><li>Write technical reports</li><li>Write and/or support development of proposals, work with business developers to engage local clients in the BC Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region</li><li>Lead potentially complex field work (requiring development of daily priorities, study design adjustments based on field realities to meet project objectives) in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, with opportunities to travel around BC, AB, and YK, as needed</li><li>Provide mentorship to junior staff and be an active learner</li><li>Actively participate in Stantec's Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Program to promote a strong health and safety culture at work and at home, including following Stantec safe work practices for field programs</li></ul>Your Capabilities and Experience<ul><li>Application of federal and provincial legislation and regulations and municipal bylaws in an environmental consulting context, such as regulatory requirements for aquatic environments or water and sediment quality guidelines</li><li>Understanding of how water influences biological communities</li><li>Experience with designing studies to meet specific objectives</li><li>Experience working with contractors, engineers, and design teams to identify strategies to avoid, mitigate, and/or reduce potential impacts to the environment, and with construction teams to implement those strategies</li><li>Developing field programs and leading field crews </li><li>Analyzing and presenting data </li><li>Writing clear, concise and accurate technical reports, environmental assessment application chapters, and other industry documents</li><li>Preparing permit applications and working with regulators</li><li>Supporting mentorship and field training of junior staff</li><li>Willingness to travel for project work</li><li>Strong interpersonal and social skills, including in-person and online collaboration</li><li>Excellent time management and organizational skills</li><li>Proficiency with technology including the Microsoft suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)</li><li>Familiarity with ESRI field data collection products</li><li>Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 23 kg (i.e., carrying field equipment and samples)</li><li>A valid Class 5 drivers license. A personal vehicle is an asset. </li></ul>Education and Experience Applicants must be registered with the British Columbia College of Applied Biology as an RBTech or RPBio, or be eligible to immediately apply for registration. A minimum of a B.Sc. and five years of experience related to aquatic biology, or M.Sc. with four years of experience are required. Relevant consulting experience is required. Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining relatively sedentary. Stantec offers a flexible work arrangement for desk-based tasks including working from Stantec office locations, working from home, or a mix depending on the situation. Field work may include exposure to inclement weather, and travel through rough and remote terrain, carrying equipment. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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