LEA Associates South Asia Private Limited Looking for Ecologist at Ontario, Canada Full Time

LEA is seeking an Ecologist to join our Environmental Team. Successful applicants must be motivated, able to work independently and have excellent organizational and communication skills. Applicants must also have a university degree in biology/ecology/environmental sciences or related field, and a minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience. Tasks to be undertaken include assisting with public consultation and preparation of EA study reports for various infrastructure and development projects, completing baseline field surveys to inventory botanical species and wildlife, characterizing vegetation communities, assessing potential for Significant Wildlife Habitat, and completing specialized surveys for Species at Risk. The successful applicant will also undertake compliance monitoring of environmental mitigation measures on large-scale transportation and infrastructure construction projects. The applicant will be required to work with minimal supervision and travel to various project sites across the province.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

LEA’s Environmental Team was formed in 2019 and has grown steadily since its inception. Growth to date reflects our increase in the market share and the growing number of environmental professionals. Service offerings focus on Environmental Management during design and construction, environmental planning, ecology/biology and compliance oversight monitoring.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which is self-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees and everyone’s collective efforts directly contribute to the firm’s longstanding success.

We’re confident that by Joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Organizes regular social events such as golf day, canoeing and camping trips, skiing, bowling, treetop trekking, board games, baseball and hockey games, volleyball and softball leagues, and other charitable events.
• Hosts an extravagant overnight holiday party in Muskoka annually.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social, & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion opportunities available by completing meaningful project work.

In This Role, Your Duties And Responsibilities Will Include

• Assist in the execution of EA studies, including consultation engagement and preparation of reports;
• Correspond with the public, stakeholders and regulatory agencies as required during the project planning phase through to construction;
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports/documents as required to support the project, specifically to ensure compliance with EA process requirements and to facilitate the obtainment of permits/approvals;
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory permit/approval application submissions;
• Conduct terrestrial ecosystem studies to support a variety of projects and EA studies;
• Manage and organize the collection, recording, digital filing of field data consistent with LEA Quality Control requirements;
• Assist in analyzing project designs to determine and quantify potential indirect and direct impacts;
• Assist with design planning by providing recommendations to avoid and/or minimize impacts on identified constraints and sensitivities;
• Assist in the development of mitigation measures and strategies and construction best management practices to minimize impacts;
• Assist in the preparation of project related restoration, enhancement and/or compensation designs;
• Undertake Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) compliance monitoring during active construction;
• Liaise as required with other technical team staff and/or sub-consultants;
• Assist with other environmental field surveys as required; and,
• Continuously grow professional skills and knowledge through training sessions, seminars, workshops, and involvement in professional associations to stay updated on the latest trends, software, and technology.
• Perform other assigned environmental and Contract Administration construction inspection duties as required from time to time.

The Qualifications You Need

• University degree in biology/ecology/environmental sciences or related studies with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience conducting environmental assessments and/or terrestrial ecosystem studies;
• Knowledge of: Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA), Species at Risk Act (SARA), the Environmental Assessment Act (Ontario), Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), Fisheries Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, and other relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation;
• Field inventory skills related to completion of surveys of vascular plants (trees, shrubs, forbs, and graminoids) and vegetation communities, including rare species and Species at Risk;
• Ability to identify birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals is an asset;
• Applied knowledge of the Ontario Ecological Land Classification system and the Ontario Wetlands Evaluation System is an asset;
• Knowledge of tree inventory and tree preservation protocols and planning an asset;
• Experience conducting avian surveys is an asset;
• Experience completing environmental compliance and ESC inspection on construction sites is an asset; and,
• Valid Canadian Drivers License.

The Work Arrangement

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone.

LEA is Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are incorporated into all levels of strategic planning and operational activities at LEA. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected statuses under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Additionally, we provide an accessible work environment and accommodate the accessibility needs of candidates. For information or assistance, please contact [email protected] .

We thank all applicants, and we appreciate your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Consider applying again once you see an opportunity that matches your experience and career interests. We encourage you to keep in touch and follow us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , Twitter and YouTube .

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