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Intermediate/Senior Ecologist

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As a Consor teammate, you’ll join a collaborative network of infrastructure professionals and scientists dedicated to supporting public and private clients across the project lifecycle. You’ll have access to the resources of a large consulting firm while experiencing the community feel of a local team. Grow your career by working on impactful projects that shape inspiring communities—and expand your potential along the way.

  • Regular Full-Time
  • Onsite
  • 4+ Years Experience

What Your Day Will Look Like:



Imagine a day where your passion for ecology meets practical engineering challenges. You will focus on the environmental approvals process for a range of industries, including transportation, linear infrastructure, land development, mineral and aggregate resources and energy/power resources.You will also provide oversight of technical staff and information on projects and provide critical thinking and analysis across disciplines to provide effective management of ecological tasks and projects. Throughout the day, you’ll collaborate with other ecologists, engineers, planners, and regulatory specialists, ensuring that every project integrates sound ecological principles with innovative engineering solutions. Your work will directly impact sustainable development, balancing infrastructure needs with the protection of Canada’s natural landscapes.


What You'll Do:


  • Oversee project teams to conduct detailed ecological surveys and field assessments to evaluate project impacts on local ecosystems.
  • Develop and implement environmental monitoring programs in line with provincial and federal regulations or industry specific guidelines.
  • Analyze field data using GIS and other analytical tools to inform project planning and design.
  • Lead proposal and proposal preparation and review comprehensive technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and habitat restoration plans.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ecological considerations.
  • Liaise with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure compliance and foster positive community relationships.
  • Mentor and support junior staff, sharing expertise in ecological assessment and project management.
  • Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and environmental regulations to continually enhance project outcomes.
  • Build and maintain internal and external client relationships, and work with the senior leadership team to help drive the business plan.
  • Some travel and overtime


What You'll Need:


  • Degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • 10+ years (senior), 5+ years (intermediate) of progressive experience in ecological assessments, environmental impact studies, or habitat restoration, in consulting.
  • Knowledge of and experience with interpreting environmental policies and legislation and obtaining permits and approvals (e.g., Endangered Species Act, Species at Risk Act, the Conservation Authorities Act, the Provincial Policy Statement, official plans, etc.).
  • Experience managing projects and clients, as well as experience in the collection and analysis of field data, data organization and management.
  • Strong working knowledge of standard field protocols for a range of ecological surveys and previous experience working in ecosystems within Ontario.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of federal and provincial environmental legislation and best practices for compliance.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing technical reports and presentations.
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously as well as all aspects of project development and delivery (i.e., proposal through to deliverables, including time and budget management).
  • Proven ability to mentor team members.
  • ELC Certification and OWES Certification would be considered an asset.
  • Valid Ontario driver’s licence is required.


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What Benefits You’ll Enjoy: 

We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time are eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact careers@consoreng.com.  

  • Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships. 

  • Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive vacation time, ten designated holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA), and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities. 

  • Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, and a fitness and wellness reimbursement. 

  • Life – Employer-paid term life insurance, employer-paid STD, critical illness and long-term disability insurance options, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match. 

  • Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.  

How Your Career Will Grow: 

We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow. 

Why You’ll Love Consor:    

At Consor, you’ll work with a network of engineers and scientists specializing in water, transportation, and environmental services delivering projects across multiple sectors and clients. Across geographies, you’ll have access to the resources and expertise found in a large consulting firm, while experiencing a community feel at the local level. You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together. 

Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace 

Consor fosters a workplace where teammates and job candidates are treated with dignity, and where different perspectives and life experiences are recognized as strengths. We are committed to fair employment practices that create access to meaningful opportunities for all, while upholding all applicable local, provincial, and federal laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Consor actively maintains an affirmative action program across our offices and worksites to support broader participation and representation. 

In addition, your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the hiring process. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 1-289-328-0745. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Message Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD. 

If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at 1-289-328-0745. 

Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks. 

At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies.  We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact careers@consoreng.com. 

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Career growth isn't always linear or streamlined. At Consor, you'll get the support and resources to grow, adapt, and explore opportunities along your customized career journey. Here are some examples of potential career paths you could take at Consor:

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    District Manager / Director
  • Technical Director
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    Region Director / Principal Director
  • Executive Director

Our Benefits

Because our team members are dedicated to going above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities, we take care of them by providing top-notch benefits!

Work-Life Fit

  • Industry-competitive paid time off
  • Ten paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Hybrid and remote work options
  • Paid parental leave
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Wellness

  • Group Benefits
  • Employee assistance program
  • Fitness/wellness reimbursement
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Career Development

  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid professional training
  • Major license achievement bonus
  • Extensive on-demand learning centre
  • Paid professional memberships
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