Lead Marine Biologist - Burnaby - Ausenco

    Ausenco
    Ausenco Burnaby

    4 days ago

    Description

    Ausenco – Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada – Lead Marine Biologist

    Ausenco is a fast‑growing global consulting and engineering company. We're seeking a Lead Marine Biologist to join our Environmental Planning and Ecology Business line in the Burnaby office.

    Responsibilities

    • Design, lead marine studies and prepare technical reports.
    • Develop scopes of work, work breakdown structures and budgets for proposals.
    • Provide technical and regulatory expertise (provincial, territorial and federal) for projects that interact with marine environments.
    • Lead and participate in marine science programs, including fieldwork along coastal environments.
    • Lead or coordinate components of regulatory approvals.
    • Design offset projects through collaborations with Ausenco engineers and community engagement professionals.
    • Manage projects, scopes of work and budgets from proposals through delivery of quality reports.
    • Manage or contribute to the compilation and writing of regulatory submissions at a leadership level.
    • Review others' work and provide constructive feedback.
    • Market Ausenco's full range of services to existing and potential clients through your work and other business development opportunities.
    • liaise with clients, regulatory agencies and Indigenous peoples.
    • Mentor junior and intermediate staff.
    • Champion safety and quality daily.

    Qualifications

    • University degree in biology or a related field.
    • Professional designation (e.g., R.P.Bio or P.Biol.) or eligibility for a designation.
    • 10+ years experience leading and conducting marine biology and/or ocean science programs.
    • Experience preparing, reviewing and contributing to regulatory documents in British Columbia, including Environmental Assessment reports and Fisheries Act authorisations.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to communicate complex ideas to audiences with varying scientific literacy.
    • Advanced understanding of ecological methods and statistics, demonstrated experience interpreting complex data sets.
    • Working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., R) for ecological data analysis, visualisation and interpretation.
    • Previous experience leading teams within a consultancy practice.
    • Ability to think independently and strategically, maintain a positive attitude, be self‑motivated and exhibit strong work initiative.
    • Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment.

    Benefits & Compensation

    • Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 annually; variation determined by qualifications, experience and market.
    • Career advancement through technical training, mentorship initiatives and networking opportunities.
    • Work‑life balance with hybrid model and progressive parental leave benefits.
    • Holistic wellness program – confidential counselling, information services and benefits for health & wellness.
    • Access to a supportive leadership team and collaborative culture.

    Other Information

    • Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
    • Employment type: Full‑time.
    • Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology.
    • Industries: Professional Services.

    Ausenco embraces and encourages diversity in all its forms. We ensure a work environment built on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.


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