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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Aquatic Ecologist

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBaie-Comeau, QC, CanadaCA$62.9k - CA$83.6k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in biology is required; a second-cycle degree in aquatic wildlife is an asset.
  • Solid knowledge of aquatic ecology is required; knowledge of the mining sector is an asset.
  • Strong scientific writing skills and knowledge of common statistical analyses and tests are required.
  • Rigor and application of the scientific method are required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, is required.
  • Ability to explain scientific concepts clearly is required.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written French is required.
  • Availability for occasional travel in Quebec is required.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and conduct studies characterizing fish communities, their habitats, and environmental conditions.
  • Conduct baseline studies in mining environments to establish initial conditions of aquatic environments.
  • Contribute to monitoring baseline conditions of fish species and their habitats.
  • Analyze, interpret, and communicate scientific data.
  • Describe and assess potential project impacts on fish and their habitats.
  • Develop mitigation measures suited to identified issues.
  • Design, document, and participate in implementing fish habitat compensation projects.
  • Contribute to reports, sampling protocols, and sections of impact assessments.
  • Collaborate on scientific studies in aquatic environments.
  • Participate in preparing service proposals and technical deliverables.
  • Contribute to innovation, research, and development projects.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of the mining sector.
  • A second-cycle degree in aquatic wildlife.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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