Project Manager, Biology - ALTO

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

Join SYSTRA Canada in shaping the future of Canada with this impressive ALTO high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto, the largest infrastructure project in Canada in generations. 

The ALTO high-speed rail project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities, and stimulate economic growth.

Are you convinced that a more sustainable world is possible and that mobility is an integral part of thinking about the future of our planet? Come aboard with SYSTRA Canada and be part of the project that will revolutionize the railway industry in Canada!

Missions/Main Duties

As a generalist biologist specializing in natural environments, the selected candidate will participate in habitat restoration and creation projects for various valued components, including wetlands, forest environments, fish habitat, and wildlife and plant species with special status.

• Participate in the desk-based identification of degraded natural environments and restoration opportunities in various geographic areas.
• Contribute to the analysis of offsetting needs for various valued components, including wetlands, forest environments, fish habitat, and wildlife and plant species with special status.
• Participate in the identification of environmental and conservation organizations that may act as partners in the planning and implementation of restoration projects.
• Conduct thematic research related to habitat characteristics, the needs of wildlife or plant species, and applicable restoration approaches.
• Collaborate with environmental organizations, municipalities, and other stakeholders in the development of partnership-based offsetting projects.
• Participate in the design of habitat restoration and creation projects as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Carry out field validations and inventories of natural environments to be restored.
• Contribute to the documentary follow-up of offsetting needs as well as ongoing and completed projects, including loss accounting and the adequacy of offsetting measures.
• Participate in the preparation of offsetting plans.
• Monitor regulatory developments regarding federal and provincial requirements applicable to offsetting obligations for major projects.
• Prepare the documentation and materials required for discussions with various stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings with the relevant ministries and organizations regarding offsetting projects.
• Contribute to the preparation of authorization applications required for the implementation of habitat restoration projects.
• Carry out environmental monitoring of natural environment restoration projects, when required.
• Support the team in any other related activities associated with environmental and offsetting mandates.

Profile/Skills

Education : Bachelor’s degree in biology or in a field related to the environment. A master’s degree is considered an asset

Years of experience : 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Technical competencies :

• Experience in habitat restoration or applied ecology.
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and synthesis skills.
• Good computer skills, particularly with the Office suite.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS and geomatics is an asset.
• ASP Construction training is an asset.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*

*Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

Personal and soft skills :

• Demonstrate initiative, autonomy, and technical versatility.
• Show strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Possess strong skills for working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate good judgment, analytical thinking, and synthesis ability.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative and networking relationships with partners.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact [email protected] .

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

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