As we continue to grow, we look for team members who want to make a difference by helping people and the environment. We promote innovation at all levels. Through relationships built among team members, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company. Working with a team of established industry leaders who excel in the fields of aquatic and terrestrial biology • A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding work experience We have an immediate opening for a R.The successful person will have a thorough knowledge of local environmental regulations and their application to a wide variety of projects in industry. This is a permanent full-time opportunity for Senior Aquatic Biologist in our Burnaby office. Our ideal candidate has in-depth experience in aquatic biology in western Canada, with strengths in fisheries science, habitat offsetting, effects assessment and the regulatory environment. Designing, planning and/or leading aquatic baseline field programs, aquatic habitat offsetting development, fish and fish habitat assessments and/or water quality field programs, and impact assessment • Managing projects throughout all phases • Providing technical guidance and direction to junior field staff through supervision, mentoring, and training • Preparing permit applications and developing technical reports, including environmental assessments and habitat offsetting plans • Analyzing and interpreting data and preparing technical reports, memos and other project deliverables • Assisting with the preparation of project budgets and proposals • Working effectively in a team environment to meet goals of the project productively and safely A thorough knowledge of regulatory processes in British Columbia including the Water Sustainability Act and Fisheries Act with knowledge of local government permitting processes • A thorough understanding of biological survey techniques • Flexible and adaptable in identifying and mitigating environmental issues and risks during assessment and construction phases of projects • A proven record in completing field work productively and safely • Experience with business development and writing proposals • Willingness to travel for field work in remote locations and/or between offices A minimum of 10 years of experience related to aquatic biology (less experienced applicants will be considered for intermediate positions)• A thorough understanding of project management • Class 5 driver's license EDI believes that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a growing environmental company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool.