Field Coordinator - Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology (WEST), founded in 1990, has grown to be one of the premier environmental and statistical consulting firms in the United States. In 2017, WEST expanded into Canada by opening an office in Calgary, AB, with staff now in Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario. In our continued drive to provide outstanding professional consulting services and original solutions to a wide range of natural resource obstacles. Western EcoSystems Technology, ULC. (WEST) has an opening for a permanent, full-time Field Coordinator for the Wetland, Aquatic, Vegetation and Soils (WAVES) team in its Calgary, AB office.Key Details:

• Number of positions available: 1
• Position Type: Permanent / Full-time
• Location: Calgary, AB
• Tentative Start Date: February 20th, 2023
• Job Closing: January 30th, 2023

Key Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP; 100% employer contributions, after initial eligibility requirements are met)
• Life insurance, Long Term Disability and AD&D

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing natural science based studies, preparing of environmental evaluations or assessments, permits, and developing mitigation procedures for development projects throughout Canada.Primary field duties may include:

• Complete and direct various tasks related to wetland and watercourse desktop and field delineations, classifications, impact assessment, mitigation plan development, permitting, and restoration monitoring.
• Complete and direct various tasks related to soils desktop and field delineations, classifications for eco-types, mitigation plan development, permitting, and restoration monitoring.
• Ensure that all assessments are conducted in accordance with defined protocols and the work progresses in a timely manner; including Ground Disturbance protocols.
• Assist with developing and conducting Pre-Disturbance Site Assessments (PDSAs) prior to construction and Interim Monitoring Site Assessments (IMSAs) after construction of renewable facilities.
• Assisting with reporting on multidisciplinary surveys (watercourse, wetlands, soils, wildlife, etc.).
• Assisting on other surveys and field work (e.g. wildlife, watercourse, water quality monitoring), as needed.
• Work individually, and with a team of natural resource specialists, scientists, and biometricians.

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of all duties, which may be associated with this position.Job RequirementsPrimary office and supervisory duties may include:

• Supervising a team of Field Biologists and Technicians,
• Signing timesheets and approving expense reports for field staff,
• Tracking and ensuring compliance of field staff in health and safety requirements,
• Screening, interviewing, hiring, and managing field staff,
• Management of field and office equipment,
• Overseeing and coordinating data entry and management processes for all projects,
• Prepare proposals, reports, and/or plans,
• Provide quality assurance of data,
• Ensure work is performed safely and complete Safe Work Procedures as well as Standard Operating Procedures,
• Direct environmental technical aspects of multiple small to large-scale planning projects and teams, with emphasis on renewable development,
• Coordinate with local/provincial/federal agencies, First Nations, and the public in support of client-directed project work,
• Foster current business relationships and actively promote new business development efforts,
• Capitalize on existing client relationships to expand WEST’s profile and market share,
• Promote WEST’s core values of quality client service and a collaborative team approach while maintaining a positive and respectful work atmosphere,
• Providing reporting support as needed: compiling tables and figures, report writing,
• Analyze potential project impacts and prepare environmental evaluations and assessments to avoid, minimize, or mitigate those impacts,
• Complete and direct various project management and support tasks related to regulatory and permitting requirements,
• Setup, supervise, direct, and coordinate field studies,
• Conduct day-to-day administration and management of projects,
• Summarizing and entering data,
• Prepare and assist in reports (including, but not limited to: Wetland Assessment and Impact Forms and Reports, Codes of Practice, Conservation & Reclamation Plans (C&Rs), Mitigation Plans, Environmental Protection Plans (EPPs), PDSAs and Site Restoration, and Soil Management Plans.

Requirements:

• Legally allowed to work in Canada (i.e., Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident, or have an existing VISA with no work restrictions) Please note: US citizens require a Canadian work visa to work in Canada.
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science/planning, natural resource science, ecology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of applicable experience, in environmental consulting, in various sectors.
• Have of have the ability to obtain a professional designation (e.g. P.Biol., P.Ag) immediately.
• Ability to rent a vehicle from a rental agency (e.g., Enterprise).
• Wetland classification skills in boreal, parkland, and prairie habitats.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro and Desktop Suite, and/or QGIS and/or google earth.
• Ability to work long days (up to 12 hours) in the field and sometimes long shifts (up to 24 days).
• Ability to hike in rugged, steep terrain for long periods of time.
• Priority will be given to applicants with experience in the renewable sector, and specifically working with Alberta regulators and companies.
• Experience with federal, provincial, and municipal environmental permitting, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team of up to 10 people.
• Experience and aptitude for completing business development.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to pay close attention to detail and accurately report scientific methods and results of field studies.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, project management, and organizational skills with the ability to work well under time constraints and meet deliverable targets and deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions from managers and accept guidance and constructive assessment.
• Ability to work well under time constraints and meet deliverable targets and deadlines.
• Highly-developed ability to follow protocols and work efficiently in the field and office.
• Ability to think critically to solve challenging problems.

Other Desired Skills:

• Wetland practitioner status,
• Experience conducting wildlife surveys,
• Minimum of 2 years of applicable experience in Project Management.

As this job will require working in close proximity to others (e.g., travel in vehicles or helicopters for extended periods), it is a condition of this position that the successful candidate be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Prior to making any offer of employment, the successful candidate will have to provide documentation to WEST that they have been fully vaccinated. If the successful candidate cannot be vaccinated due to a protected ground under applicable human rights legislation, WEST will abide by its obligations under human rights legislation to provide accommodation, if possible, up to the point of undue hardship.Successful candidates must be able to provide a driver’s abstract that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. Successful candidates must also be able to pass periodic drug and alcohol test that meets the minimum criteria of WEST and our clients. Candidates must be capable of adhering to all health and safety requirements, outlined by WEST and our clients, for the duration of their employment.WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical disability, marital status, family status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.Quick Apply

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