About McElhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,500 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.
The Opportunity
At McElhanney, we bring people together to deliver projects that shape communities and environments across Western Canada. As a Junior Biologist (Biologist-In-Training), you'll work alongside experienced environmental professionals, engineers, planners, and project managers to support a wide range of environmental and regulatory projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional based in Calgary looking to build field experience, develop technical skills, and grow within a supportive, multidisciplinary team, with an anticipated start date of May 2027 or following graduation.
What You’ll Do
- Support environmental assessments, regulatory applications, and environmental planning projects.
- Participate in field programs, including wildlife, vegetation, fisheries, wetlands, and habitat assessments.
- Assist with environmental monitoring and data collection activities.
- Conduct field surveys and record environmental observations accurately and efficiently.
- Compile, organize, and analyze environmental data.
- Support the preparation of technical reports, environmental assessments, and permit applications.
- Assist with developing field methodologies, sampling plans, and project documentation.
- Collaborate with project managers and technical specialists to deliver high-quality projects on schedule.
- Contribute to environmental stewardship and sustainable project outcomes across a variety of sectors.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelors degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline.
- Experience relevant to environmental consulting, field biology, or environmental science from internships.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to travel and participate in field programs throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
- Located in Calgary, or a commutable distance.
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence and ability to travel and work on site.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
- Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan.
- Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
- Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
- Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.
This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
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Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit
www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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