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EERM
ERMSustainability Consulting

Consultant, Wildlife Biologist

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Location

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Work type

Remote

Employment

Full Time

Experience

2-3 years

Compensation

C$73.2K - C$94.2K per year

Posted

2w ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

As a Consultant, Wildlife Biologist at ERM, you will lead wildlife field programs and deliver ecological assessments for major mining and energy projects across Western and Northern Canada. You will collaborate with Indigenous communities, regulators, and industry leaders to ensure compliance and conservation, contributing to sustainable solutions that balance development with biodiversity protection.

About the Job

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.

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.

Updated 2w ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Biological Sciences • 1+ yrs
Environmental Consulting • 1+ yrs
Wildlife Field Surveys • 1+ yrs
Technical Report Writing • 1+ yrs
Fauna Identification • 1+ yrs
Bird Identification • 1+ yrs
Environmental Regulations • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Organizational Skills • 1+ yrs
Mentoring • 1+ yrs
Statistical Analysis • 1+ yrs
Spatial Habitat Mapping • 1+ yrs
ARU data processing • 1+ yrs
Camera Trap data processing • 1+ yrs
Project Management • 1+ yrs
Relationship Building • 1+ yrs
Biodiversity Protection • 1+ yrs
Ecological Assessments • 1+ yrs
Mitigation Strategies • 1+ yrs

Experience

2-3 years

Certifications

R.P.Bio. • Required
P.Biol. • Required
Valid Driver's License • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations
Administration & Office

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

C$73.2K - C$94.2K per year

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyCAD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Work typeRemote
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleHigh8/10
physicalMedium7/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

ERM

Team size

Growing team

Location

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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.

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