Biological Permitting Project Manager

Pinchin in Canada is seeking a Biological Permitting Project Manager to lead biological and ecological projects from their offices in Richmond, Abbotsford, Victoria, or Kelowna, BC. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and a background in environmental science. The position offers opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment, with the possibility of remote work after onboarding.
Biological Permitting Project Manager

Environmental Science

Richmond, Abbotsford, Victoria, or Kelowna, BC

Are you passionate about environmental science and looking to make a meaningful impact? Join Pinchin's dynamic Environmental Science (ENS) team as a Biological Permitting Project Manager! We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to lead exciting biological and ecological projects from our Richmond, Abbotsford, Victoria, or Kelowna offices. We are looking for someone who brings ambition, technical skills, and a collaborative energy. We provide a fun, supportive team culture that offers many opportunities to grow.

Why?

At Pinchin, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where talented professionals can thrive. As a Project Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our team and contributing to noteworthy environmental projects. You'll have the opportunity to grow your career, work with a high-performing team, and make a difference in the world. At Pinchin we have a large selection of service lines that work together with each other to support staff in completing projects of various sizes in Canada and the US. We also offer work from home opportunities after onboarding training.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the implementation of aquatic, terrestrial, vegetation, and/or wildlife projects.
• Assign and support staff in delivering biological and other environmental consulting projects, including restoration, assessment, permitting, and multidisciplinary projects.
• Enjoy working and contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• While the position is primarily office-based, there are opportunities and periodic requirements to attend the field for certain projects and leverage your technical expertise.
• Be part of an innovative, collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team!

What You Bring To The Pinchin Team
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience within environmental consulting and/or regulatory agencies (or equivalent experience).
• A master’s degree, bachelor’s or diploma in fisheries biology/management, biological sciences, wildlife, or water/environmental engineering.
• Registration with the College of Applied Biology as a Registered Professional Biologist, Registered Professional Forester, Professional Engineer, or related field is considered an asset.
• Applied experience and skills in assessing and classifying watercourses, identifying wetlands, and assessing wildlife and their habitats are considered assets.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and navigate solutions for fish and fish habitat, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and streams on client projects.
• Proven ability to safely manage and/or lead field assessments of two to four people in a variety of settings and conditions is considered an asset.
• Experience in preparing and managing the preparation of regulatory applications for approval and comprehensive knowledge of navigating and interpreting local government environmental bylaws, Water Sustainability Act, Riparian Areas Protection Regulation, Federal Fisheries Act, Migratory Bird Convention Act, and Species at Risk Act in BC, similar regulations across Canada, and First Nations requirements are considered assets.
• Strong organizational, technical writing, and review skills in a consulting or regulatory environment (or equivalent).
• Ability to work in Canada.
• Valid drivers license considered an asset.

Join Us!

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work on engaging and interesting projects with a great team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of Pinchin's innovative and supportive community!

As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.

Why Pinchin?

Pinchin offers competitive salaries, benefits and three weeks’ paid vacation to start. At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If you’re ready to build on your technical and project management skills, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your career growth. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on integrity, respect, social responsibility and a passion for learning.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada and the US. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

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