Intermediate Environmental Specialist

Qualifications

• Preferably a Masterâ??s Degree in environmental sciences, biology, or ecology plus 3 or more years relevant work experience;
• Preferably a registered professional biologist (Alberta Society of Professional Biologists);
• Experience with wetland assessments and biophysical impact assessments;
• Familiar with GIS;
• Understanding of federal, provincial, and municipal Acts and Policies;
• Must have ability to write and review technical reports;
• Experience with co-ordinating project tasks;
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary atmosphere;
• Ability to correspond and meet with clients;
• Highly motivated with an ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player;
• Must have a valid driverâ??s license.

Job Duties

• Working within a multi-disciplinary team of environmental specialists and civil (water resources) engineers;
• Conducting field work and assessments;
• Writing and reviewing reports;
• Co-ordinating and liaising with other consultants and clients;
• Managing and co-ordinating project tasks;
• Working with the Westhoff team to arrive at environmental and engineering concepts, designs, and solutions;
• Reporting to senior staff on project status.

Additional Information

Since 1996, Westhoff Engineering Resources, Inc. (Westhoff) has provided its clients planning and engineering solutions for water resources management and development projects throughout Canada and overseas. Westhoff is led by founder and chief engineer Dennis Westhoff, M.Eng., P.Eng., who has over 30 years experience in land and water resources management. This Calgary-based company has grown to include team leaders in engineering and environmental specialties with supporting team members that specialize in civil engineering (specialized in water resources), computer modelling, Low Impact Development, Best Management Practices (BMPs), structural design, watershed management, biology, field assessments, water quality, environmental planning, and graphics design.

Westhoff has been involved with numerous award winning projects and encourages its team members to arrive at creative solutions for its clients. Westhoff is seeking potential candidates that embrace self-initiative in their professional development, have the ability to offer professional creativity, and engage clients and team members in day-to-day project needs.

Please e-mail resumes to the attention of Jodi Kohls at jkohls@westhoff.ab.ca