Ecologist

AECOM is currently seeking an Ecologist to join our growing Ecology Team in our Ottawa, Ontario office.

The successful candidate will have relevant experience, be highly motivated and accountable, enjoy working outdoors, collaborate well with team members, and be an effective communicator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct biological and environmental fieldwork, including terrestrial vegetation surveys, wetland evaluations, wildlife surveys, breeding bird surveys, Species at Risk habitat screenings, aquatic habitat assessments, fish community sampling using various capture gear, and reptile/amphibian surveys.
• Support ecological fieldwork for baseline studies, environmental impact assessments, Species at Risk permitting, mitigation plans, and related scopes of work.
• Collect and interpret data to document baseline conditions in urban and remote sites across southern and central Ontario.
• Work in rugged terrain for extended periods as part of field crews, depending on project locations.
• Conduct Species at Risk habitat assessments and Significant Wildlife Habitat assessments.
• Prepare scientific reports with accurate data interpretation.
• Adhere to and enforce AECOM’s Safety, Health, and Environment protocols and quality control program.