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Project Biologist (Environmental Monitor for Construction)
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Posted:
5 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
2 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo Ontario and Calgary Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.
Why Us
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage annual profit sharing a health and dental benefit program RRSP contribution matching Professional Development field equipment allowance and the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff. Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.
Your Contribution to NRSI
NRSI is looking for a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Environmental Monitor / Project Biologist with expertise in erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures supporting construction activities by ensuring compliance with environmental regulations permits and best management practices. The role includes conducting field monitoring advising on mitigation strategies and protecting sensitive habitats and natural resources while enabling safe compliant and efficient construction operations.
The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:
Your Education:
Application Requirements:A cover letter addressed to Jennifer Pedersen is required with all applications.
Position Start Date:July 2 2026.
Location:Waterloo ON
Salary:$29.00 - $32.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week including authorized travel:40 hours.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen assess or select candidates for this role.
Rental Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement (21) as specified by our third-party vehicle rental providers in order to perform site-based duties.
NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
NRSI is also committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process employment services programs and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation contact our HR Department at .
Why Us
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage annual profit sharing a health and dental benefit program RRSP contribution matching Professional Development field equipment allowance and the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff. Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.
Your Contribution to NRSI
NRSI is looking for a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Environmental Monitor / Project Biologist with expertise in erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures supporting construction activities by ensuring compliance with environmental regulations permits and best management practices. The role includes conducting field monitoring advising on mitigation strategies and protecting sensitive habitats and natural resources while enabling safe compliant and efficient construction operations.
The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:
- Conduct regular site inspections during construction to monitor erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures.
- Verify compliance with approved ESC plans Environmental Management Plans (EMP) environmental permits and applicable legislation.
- Identify deficiencies or non-compliance issues and recommend or coordinate corrective actions.
- Document site conditions inspection findings and corrective measures using written reports and photographs.
- Coordinate with construction managers contractors and environmental consultants to ensure timely and effective implementation of environmental controls.
- Monitor weather conditions and assess potential environmental risks related to storm events and seasonal conditions.
- Assist with spill prevention spill response and environmental incident reporting as required.
- Support environmental training toolbox talks and awareness initiatives for site personnel as needed.
- Maintain accurate records suitable for regulatory review audits and agency reporting.
Your Education:
- Diploma or degree in Environmental Science Environmental Engineering Natural Resources or a related field. Similar educational experience will also be considered.
- Experienced (minimum 2 years) in erosion and sediment control monitoring and/or construction environmental compliance is preferred.
- Must have an experience with understanding and applying erosion and sediment control practices environmental legislation and construction methods.
- Ability to read and interpret environmental management plans engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather terrain and construction site conditions.
- Willing and able to travel for multi-day field surveys sometimes in remote locations under inclement weather in a variety of environmental conditions and occasionally for long hours.
- Ability to work independently on a regular basis as well as collaboratively in a team.
- Strong observational organizational and communication skills with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail including maintaining well-organized and thorough field notes as well as proficiency in report writing data entry and data analysis.
- A valid drivers license a minimum age of 21 for rental vehicle operation and access to a personal vehicle insured for work purposes.
- ESC CISEC or similar environmental or safety certification or training is an asset.
- Ministry of Transportation Ontarios (MTO) Registry Appraisal and Qualification System (RAQS) certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Monitoring Fisheries Assessment Fisheries Compliance and Natural Sciences.
- Experienced in conducting assessment surveys for fish and wildlife (e.g. herpetofauna birds or mammals) including fish and wildlife relocations.
- A commitment to continual improvement of technical abilities
Application Requirements:A cover letter addressed to Jennifer Pedersen is required with all applications.
Position Start Date:July 2 2026.
Location:Waterloo ON
Salary:$29.00 - $32.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week including authorized travel:40 hours.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen assess or select candidates for this role.
Rental Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement (21) as specified by our third-party vehicle rental providers in order to perform site-based duties.
NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
NRSI is also committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process employment services programs and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation contact our HR Department at .
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
NRSI is an environmental consulting firm based in Waterloo, Ontario. We provide innovative, practical and cost efficient environmental and biological solutions for all aspects of your project.
