We are a global architecture, engineering, planning, and technology firm defining the cities of tomorrow.

By connecting design and technology, we change how people experience their built environment. We work across disciplines to create the intelligent systems, sustainable buildings, and efficient infrastructure that shapes the way people live, move, learn, and heal.

With over 3,000 employees and 60+ offices around the world, we understand what it takes to work locally and scale globally.

At IBI, we’re defining the cities of tomorrow.

Are you a solutions-oriented ecologist with strong leadership skills looking for a new career challenge? IBI Group is seeking a Senior Ecologist to help build a Natural Systems team in Southern Ontario. Through this role you will have the unique opportunity to foster a supportive, high-performance culture that aims to provide our existing and new clients with the very best service and highest quality deliverables in the industry.

Our Natural Systems service line supports IBI’s vision to plan, design, build and sustain the cities of tomorrow. By taking a systems-based approach, we will support our clients with solutions that promote the responsible development of our communities; effectively balancing the need for functional natural heritage systems with the demand for liveable communities. We achieve this through true functional integration within IBI multi-discipline culture – At IBI group, the Natural Systems team is not a service provider, but a true partner in the planning and design of our communities.

This position will be largely focused on clients and projects in southern Ontario but will also include opportunities to work on projects across Canada as needs arise. As a leader in the Natural Systems team, you will be responsible for developing and fostering healthy client relationships, managing and supporting projects, scoping and executing field programs, technical report and proposal writing, and leading other environmental professionals in the delivery of high quality services.

Most of the Things You’ll Work on:

• Follow and promote a health and safety culture within the team
• Commit to self-development and ongoing learning in the field of Ecology, Leadership and Business
• Provide support and mentorship to other members of the team  
• Manage and coordinate projects and technical studies for the Natural Systems team in Southern Ontario, including the scoping, planning, and execution of field survey programs
• Undertake or Coordinate biophysical surveys as required following the standard field methodologies used in Ontario (for example, botanical surveys, ELC, tree inventories and health assessments, breeding bird surveys, targeted SAR surveys, etc.)
• Support the management of the digital data collection and associated project GIS data
• Act as IBI’s representative at client meetings, as well as our client’s representative at agency and stakeholder meetings
• Prepare and/or contribute to technical reports that meet the needs of clients and partners (examples include: Environmental Impact Studies, Existing Conditions Reports, Tree Conservation Reports, Environmental Assessments, and other reports associated with permits and approvals)
• Lead permitting and approvals at the local, provincial, and federal level related to natural heritage. (e.g. tree cut permits, endangered species act, conservation authorities, fisheries act, etc.)
• Prepare and/or contribute to the preparation of project proposals and associated marketing materials

What You'll Need To Have:

• A university degree in biology, ecology, environmental studies, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in the consulting environment is preferred
• Ideal candidate will have Ontario-based certifications or training in standardized field methodologies (e.g. Ecological Land Classification, Butternut Health Assessment, Ontario Wetland Evaluation System, ISA arborist, etc.)
• Experience in the application of natural heritage surveys to support municipal, provincial, or federal approvals in the land development, transportation infrastructure, and municipal planning sectors
• A thorough understanding of municipal, provincial, and federal policies and legislation that govern the management of natural heritage features in Southern Ontario
• Proven project management and/or project coordination experience
• Willingness to work flexible hours and undertake fieldwork under a variety of conditions
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and out-of-town meetings.
• Experience with ArcGIS and Mobile Data Collection tools is considered an Asset
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) is essential
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills
• Strong writing, organizational, and time management skills
• Must have or be able to obtain first aid certification

We are currently in a work from home model during COVID-19, but when we do return, the office is steps away from St. Clair station and is easily accessible by bike, TTC and car. Occupying 7 floors, with over 700 employees, it is the largest office at IBI Group. The floors are open concept and represent our collaborative approach to projects.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Women’s Network, and Diversity & Inclusion Council. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of IBI Group's selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include: work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record. Candidates will also need to confirm they are fully vaccinated in accordance with IBI Group’s mandatory vaccination policy in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. IBI Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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