Lead the design and execution of marine field programs nationwide, including challenging Arctic locations
Oversee multidisciplinary marine monitoring efforts spanning water quality, sediment, benthic epifauna/infauna, macroflora, and broader ecological indicators
Provide senior technical oversight, quality control, and expert scientific guidance to clients and internal teams
Contribute to environmental impact assessments, fisheries programs, baseline studies, offsetting/mitigation plans, and regulatory processes
Drive high‑quality data management, interpretation, and reporting to support evidence‑driven decision‑making
Support and mentor junior staff, helping build technical excellence across ERM’s marine, aquatics, and fisheries communities
Shape major project outcomes while ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and ERM quality standards

B.Sc. in Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related marine science discipline
Registered Professional Biologist
6+ years of environmental consulting experience
Technical expertise in study design, statistical analysis, and field programs related to marine water quality, sediment, benthic infauna/epifauna, macroflora, and related biological datasets
Experience coordinating complex field logistics in remote locations and managing multi-team operations
Strong understanding of federal, provincial, and territorial regulatory frameworks for marine environments in Canada
Experience working with a variety of stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, regulators, and the public
Proven success within multidisciplinary project teams supporting shipping operations, environmental assessments, monitoring programs, and compliance initiatives
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

Principal Technical Consultant, Marine Scientist

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