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The Opportunity
Step into a leadership-level scientific role where your biology and ecology expertise helps shape land and resource outcomes across Prairies & North. As a Lead Professional, Biology), you’ll guide field-informed assessments, translate complex ecological conditions into practical recommendations, and help clients and communities make better decisions for the landscapes they depend on, balancing environmental, economic, and societal values.
Your Impact
- Lead biological and ecological assessments across grassland, parkland, boreal, upland, riparian, wetland, and stream environments.
- Develop clear, practical land and resource management recommendations grounded in field data and applied science.
- Deliver and support multi‑year programs and projects, including infrastructure and stewardship initiatives.
- Facilitate stakeholder, partner, and expert workshops to inform management planning and decision‑making.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with land managers, Indigenous communities, regulators, and industry partners.
- Present findings, recommendations, and project outcomes to a wide range of technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Mentor and support team members by sharing technical expertise, field best practices, and professional guidance.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Extensive experience identifying native and non‑native plant species in grassland and forested ecosystems.
- Strong background assessing upland, riparian, wetland, and aquatic ecosystems and interpreting ecological condition.
- Proven experience designing and delivering sustainable land and resource management programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, regulation, and policy related to natural resource and rangeland management in western and northern Canada.
- Experience leading projects, programs, or teams, including planning, budgeting, delivery, and reporting.
- Confidence presenting technical information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Willingness and ability to conduct field work and travel as required; valid driver’s license required.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $139,900
MB & ON: $95,000 - $132,600
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,000 - $126,700
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Join WSP and bring your biology and applied ecology expertise to projects that matter, helping shape sustainable land and resource outcomes across the Prairies & North.
