Principal Technical Consultant, Marine Scientist - Vancouver - Environmental Resources Management (ERM)

    Environmental Resources Management (ERM)
    Environmental Resources Management (ERM) Vancouver

    3 days ago

    Description

    As a
    Principal Technical Consultant, Marine Scientist — based in Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, or Edmonton — you will play a strategic leadership role in delivering high‑impact environmental projects across Canada, including Arctic monitoring programs and large‑scale capital developments.

    In this position, you will sit at the intersection of science, strategy, and environmental stewardship, guiding decisions that influence major development projects, advancing best‑in‑class marine practices, and shaping the future of
    ERM's global Marine Centre of Excellence.

    Your leadership will help safeguard ecosystems, support responsible development, and mentor the next generation of marine scientists.
    • B.Sc. in Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related marine science discipline.
    • Registered Professional Biologist. 6+ years of environmental consulting experience.
    • Technical expertise in study design, statistical analysis, and field programs related to marine water quality, sediment, benthic infauna/epifauna, macroflora, and related biological datasets.
    • Experience coordinating complex field logistics in remote locations and managing multi‑team operations.
    • Strong understanding of federal, provincial, and territorial regulatory frameworks for marine environments in Canada.
    • Experience working with a variety of stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, regulators, and the public.
    • Proven success within multidisciplinary project teams supporting shipping operations, environmental assessments, monitoring programs, and compliance initiatives.
    • Driver's

    License Required:
    This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
    • M.Sc. in Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related marine science discipline; Ph.
    D. an asset.* 8+ years of experience, including 6+ years in environmental consulting.
    • Experience with marine infrastructure (e.g., ports, harbours) or offshore wind/power projects.
    • Project management experience overseeing marine monitoring programs.
    • Experience with database management and advanced analytical tools.
    • Oversee the design and implementation of marine field programs across Canada, including the Arctic.
    • Provide field support for monitoring programs, shipping operations, and construction activities.
    • Offer scientific expertise and strategic advice to clients and internal teams.
    • Lead the development of marine offsetting, mitigation, and environmental management plans.
    • Compile, analyze, and manage marine water quality, sediment, benthic, macroflora, and related biological data.
    • Perform senior technical oversight and ensure quality control of data and deliverables.
    • Strong commitment to Health & Safety protocols.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Draft and review monitoring reports, permitting documents, and impact assessments.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, adapt to fast‑paced work, and operate with minimal supervision.
    • Proven capability mentoring and guiding junior staff.
    • Ensure deliverables meet ERM's quality, budget, and timeline standards.
    • Contribute to proposal development, including technical scopes and cost estimates.
    • Lead project phase management activities such as task delegation, subcontractor oversight, H&S compliance, and client interaction.
    • Actively engage with ERM's international marine, aquatics, and fisheries technical communities.
    For the
    Principal Technical Consultant, Marine Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is
    $117,540–$174,235 (CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

    We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees:

    Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

    ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
    At ERM, sustainability is our business.
    We are the world's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance.

    ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities.

    Our diverse global team of experts works with the world's leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation.

    With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor.

    Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it).Our team members are passionate about client service.

    We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM's purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action.

    Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world.

    We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists.

    We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth.

    At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.### Find the Right Role for You
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