Environmental Scientist
$25 - $35 per hourArchipelago
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our Victoria based team. The successful candidate will support project-specific delivery across construction monitoring, brownfield/contaminated sites, and marine and coastal projects. This role combines field work and project coordination within a collaborative project delivery team based in Victoria, BC.
This term position is well suited to someone with consulting experience who enjoys working in field investigations and desktop analysis.
WHAT IS ARCHIPELAGO ALL ABOUT?
Archipelago has been around for over 40 years, and our Environmental Services group has supported sustainable coastal and environmental development for most of that time. Our multidisciplinary team works across marine, terrestrial, and nearshore environments, supporting infrastructure, remediation, restoration, and construction projects for government, industry, and First Nations throughout British Columbia and beyond. As well, Archipelago is at the forefront of fisheries monitoring solutions for fisheries around the world. Our head office sits right on the water in Victoria (Esquimalt), British Columbia and we have offices in Alaska, Oregon, Australia, and in port cities up and down the British Columbia coast.
About The Role
The Environmental Scientist will provide technical support and environmental oversight on active projects. The role includes environmental monitoring, compliance support, data interpretation, and coordination with Archipelago’s project managers.
Environmental and Technical Support
- Support the development and implementation of environmental management and protection plans (EMPs/EPPs)
- Provide environmental advice and guidance to project teams and site personnel
- Identify data gaps and support regulatory and environmental overview assessments
Field Work and Construction Support
- Conduct environmental monitoring, compliance inspections, and field investigations during construction activities
- Collect sediment and water samples for laboratory analysis in accordance with approved protocols
- Oversee and document construction activities from an environmental perspective
- Act as the on-site environmental representative for major marine infrastructure projects (e.g., jetty reconstruction), coordinating monitoring of water quality, underwater noise, sediment disturbance, and marine wildlife
- Support project leadership teams during active field programs
Reporting and Project Delivery
- Assist with technical report writing, including reports, memos, letters, and proposals
- Compile, manage, and interpret environmental data, providing input to quality control processes
- Support project managers with scopes of work, cost estimates, and deliverables
What Do You Offer
- Environmental diploma or bachelor’s degree in biological, physical science, engineering, or environmental-related studies
- Ability to become a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) in British Columbia (e.g., AScT, RPBio, PGeo, Pag)
- Minimum 2 years of environmental consulting experience or similar
- Experience working on small vessels
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Strong report writing and technical documentation skills
- Experience with data compilation and database management (lab results)
- Ability to obtain Federal Security Clearance
- A valid driver’s license
Beneficial Experience
- Technical tools: ArcGIS, Hydro acoustics, in situ water quality measurements
- Marine vessel operation certifications (e.g., SVOP, PCOC, DVS-BS, ROC-M, First Aid)
- 6 months of construction-related applied science experience working independently
- Experience identifying and monitoring for marine mammals, birds and coastal epifauna
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
WHAT MAKES WORKING AT ARCHIPELAGO GREAT?
- Health spending account after probationary period
- Staff parties and events
- Oceanfront building with proximity to transit and bike paths
- Free Parking
WHAT ELSE?
The anticipated salary range for the Environmental Scientist role is $25-35 per hour based on the experience you bring to the role. This role is a 6-month term position beginning as soon as possible, with potential for extension.
Archipelago is strongly committed to maintaining health and safety and prioritizes following all applicable procedures and regulations.
Archipelago works to provide an inclusive, fair, and equitable working environment for staff of all backgrounds. Regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, disability or age; if you share our values surrounding the careful management of our ocean resources, we welcome your unique contributions and perspectives.
This is a field-based position typically 30 to 37.5 hours/week and may require work in evenings and on weekends.
If you are interested in applying, email your resume and a cover letter to ***email_hidden***
We will keep this posting active until the position has been filled.
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