Staff Biologist in Calgary

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout North America and around the world.

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• Job Summary
• Langan is seeking a
• Staff Biologist to join its collaborative team in

Calgary, AB.

This individual will be r esponsible for performing duties as field representative, including wetland delineations, rare plant surveys, wildlife surveys, restoration monitoring, collecting field data and samples, monitoring construction sites, and compiling data and preparing reports.

• Job Responsibilities
• Conduct plant and wildlife surveys for habitat assessments, special-status species, and other project requirements.
• Conduct wetland delineations, jurisdictional determinations, and other aquatic resource surveys.
• Provide biological monitoring and oversight for construction projects, restoration implementation, and restoration maintenance.
• Develop environmental permitting packages and prepare technical reports.
• Perform stormwater monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinate staff, subcontractors, and project schedules.
• Maintain understanding of regulatory requirements and health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife, botany, ecology, environmental science, or related field;
• 2+ years of biological work experience with field experience required;
• Working knowledge of Alberta and British Columbia environmental legislations, regulatory processes, and guidelines, including the Alberta Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act(EPEA), Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) requirements, Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) directives and One Stop system, BC Ministry of Environment and Parks, and BC Energy Regulators (BCER);
• Knowledge of protected species and permitting requirements;
• Experience using GPS units and field data collection tools;
• Experience conducting Detailed Site Assessments (DSA) and Reclamation Application Certification;
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time, including travel to remote project sites and extended field assignments throughout Alberta and Western Canada;
• Experience completing breeding bird surveys in accordance with regulatory requirements;
• Experience identifying, delineating, and assessing wetlands and other aquatic resources;
• Experience preparing and implementing ECO Plans, Environmental Protection Plans (EPPs), or similar plans; and
• Strong understanding of soil profiles, vegetation communities, wildlife habitat assessments, and environmental permitting requirements.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives.

Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment extended healthcare and dental coverage; life insurance and long-term disability insurance; Registered Retirement Savings Plan with company match; paid time off including parental leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

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