Intermediate Biologist - New Mexico

Canacre • Full-time • Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States • 3m ago

Join the Canacre team in an exciting role working on leading edge infrastructure projects.

We are technical experts in land, energy, and transportation development delivering accurate, innovative, and agile solutions to our partners. We provide land acquisition, geospatial mapping, data management, web-based GIS, community relations, land feasibility studies, and permitting services. Canacre's clients include developers, large scale service providers, and government entities that are involved in the planning and development of energy projects, rights of way, resources, and infrastructure across Canada and the United States. Canacre works on large-scale wind and solar power projects, high-voltage transmission lines, pipeline projects, municipal roads projects, and groupings of cellular towers and rooftop antennas.

At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity, and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The Intermediate Biologist will primarily be responsible for leading biological surveys, monitoring and providing guidance to the project teams throughout small to large-scale projects. The Intermediate Biologist includes all phases of Project work from approvals and pre-construction through to construction, operation, and abandonment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct, direct, and coordinate multi-disciplinary field surveys.
Act as a technical lead to project team.
Cultivate a work environment committed to the health, safety, and wellness of employees.
Establish a highly efficient and positive culture where employees are empowered and accountable for areas of responsibility.
Lead various biological surveys (e.g. avian, wildlife and vegetation surveys) using standard protocols to support environmental assessments and project compliance.
Collaborate with other members of the team, as well as external partners and stakeholders, to develop and implement conservation and management plans.
Provide specialized advice to project team on considerations related to wildlife and vegetation.
Act as a resource to construction personnel and explain environmental regulations and how they are applied in the field.
Verify that biologically sensitive areas are properly marked and flagged before work is done in the area and develop mitigation strategies where required.
Inspect areas of concern as identified and make appropriate recommendations to construction personnel, as required.
Review field reports for consistency and accuracy.

Perform other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education

Post-secondary degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field of study

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years professional experience as a biologist, or related role
Experience conducting wildlife and vegetation surveys
Experience leading field work, and coordinating with various field teams
Professional experience working on projects regulated under NEPA or state-equivalent

Knowledge/Skills

Strong working knowledge of wildlife and vegetation regulations and best practices.
Familiarity with standard survey protocols and data collection techniques for avian species in the southwestern United States would be considered an asset
Strong working knowledge of identification of bird species would be considered an asset
Experience conducting works related to Sonoran Desert Tortoise would be considered an asset
Experience related to transmission line construction would be an asset
Formal leadership training would be considered an asset
Strong verbal and written communication skills - data collection and interpretation, technical report writing, regulatory permit applications, client communications, etc.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, prioritizing and decision-making skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal supervision
Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Licenses/Accreditations

Valid Driver's License, with ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier

Travel Requirements

Travel will be required

At Canacre, our benefits program is one of the ways in which we reinforce the value we place on employees and the role they play in helping us achieve our goals. Canacre offers comprehensive health and dental coverage, paid time off, and disability insurance. Other benefits include a 401(k) Savings Plan employer matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a variety of wellness programs.

Canacre is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Canacre complies with federal and state/provincial law governing non-discrimination in employment practices.

Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, however, you will be contacted if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects.

At Canacre, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of employment practices in each jurisdiction we operate in. We ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their work, in accordance with the provisions outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Canada Labour Code.