Intermediate Biologist

Posted A month ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Job Description

The Opportunity:

WSP is growing and has an opportunity for an Intermediate Environmental Scientist to join our Atlantic Environmental Assessment and Permitting team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Primary responsibilities will be to provide support on a wide variety of projects as delegated by senior staff within the group.

Why choose WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging

OurFlexible Work Policy- we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

- Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
- A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

Provide technical input/expertise on a variety of permitting, regulatory and environmental impact assessment tasks in support of client projects.
- environmental resources surveys and analysis including aquatic and/or marine sciences: (fish community, fish habitat mapping, etc.), and/or
- Terrestrial sciences: wetland delineations, botany, fauna surveys
Strong computer, verbal and written communication skills
Assist in the planning and execution of:
- Environmental permit application (e.g., Fisheries Act Authorizations)
- Environmental assessments
- Familiarity, or knowledge of aquatic biology and methods
- Preparation of proposals, permits and technical reports

What you'll bring to WSP:

University Degree in Biology or Environmental Science
2-5 years' experience
Solid technical and/or academic background in biological sciences
Experience with some of the following:
Ability to:
- work in Canada with a valid Canadian driver's license
- work effectively as a member of a team, and also independently with minimal supervision and direction
- demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills
- demonstrate an existing strong commitment to personal/professional development and Health & Safety policies and procedures.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.