Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. **Your Opportunity** The Ecology Team is pleased to provide an opportunity for an Intermediate Ecologist based in our Thunder Bay office. The successful candidate will join our leading Thunder Bay team of biologists and environmental professionals who value a team atmosphere and enjoy the company of their colleagues while providing a high-quality service to our clients. **Your Key Responsibilities** * Review and compile background natural heritage data * Coordinate and participate in various field work programs using Stantec’s standard operating procedures and industry standard protocols with support from experienced staff. Field programs may include the following inventories and assessments: * Review and compile background natural heritage data * Coordinate and participate in various field work programs using Stantec’s standard operating procedures and industry standard protocols with support from experienced staff. Field programs may include the following inventories and assessments: * Wildlife and Significant Wildlife Habitat assessments * Flora identification and vegetation community characterization * Species at risk and/or species of conservation concern habitat suitability assessments and inventories * Fish habitat assessments * Fish community, benthic macroinvertebrates, sediment, and water quality sampling * Construction monitoring and effectiveness monitoring of mitigation efforts for species at risk and/or other sensitive natural heritage features * Enter, compile, and analyze field data * Reporting efforts will include natural heritage input to a variety of federal, provincial, and municipal planning projects, such as species at risk suitability assessments, environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, and ecological monitoring * Assess and evaluate the significance of natural heritage features, including the application of relevant natural heritage guidance documents, policies, and legislation on a variety of projects * Identify natural heritage-related constraints to development, appropriate mitigation measures, and federal, provincial, and municipal approval requirements * Assist in the preparation of various authorization applications under the Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act, Endangered Species Act, 2007, and/or other applicable legislation * Occasional travel for work will include field work in remote locations, periods of intense travel during the field season, and potentially during weekends * Support operations of the Ecology Team through a variety of scheduling, planning, and administrative tasks * Participate in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards, and Guidelines in the execution of all work, Primary Project Coordination tasks, working under the supervision of Project Managers: * Coordinate, prepare work plans (i.e., develop scope and budget), and oversee a variety of federal, provincial, and municipal planning projects such as species at risk suitability assessments, environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, and ecological monitoring * Coordinate tasks and projects according to the approved scope of work and budget while delivering high-quality reports on schedule * Maintain, develop, and foster client and regulatory relationships * Embrace and promote Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards, and Guidelines in the execution of all work **Your Capabilities and Credentials** * The successful Intermediate Ecologist/Project Coordinator candidate will possess the following: * Knowledge of current federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory requirements, such as Environment and Climate Change Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, the Ministry of Natural Resources, conservation authorities, and municipalities * Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing ecological field programs * Experience managing budgets and invoicing clients, or identify these skills as career development priorities * High-quality technical communication, writing, and organization skills, including demonstrated experience preparing technical reports * Strong organization and time management skills * Enthusiasm for working in field and office settings * Ability to work well in a team environment * Independent problem-solving abilities and internal initiative * Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license **Education and Experience** A bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in biology, wildlife management, and/or another related environmental field is required as a minimum Minimum of 5 years of related experience as an ecologist or biologist in Ontario 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. 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. **About Stantec** Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. **Primary Location:** Canada | ON | Thunder Bay **Organization:** BC-1609 EnvSvcs-CA Ontario West **Employee Status:** Regular **Travel:** No **Schedule:** Full time **Job Posting:** 18/06/2025 10:06:10 **Req ID:** REQ250001TP