Biologist

Biologist

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is a key delivery partner for the airports and aviation sector. We are hiring for a Biologist (Natural Systems Specialist) to join our growing team. The Specialist will be responsible for leading and overseeing the successful delivery of complex projects within the organization, ensuring that they are executed according to scope, schedule, cost, quality standards, and risk management protocols. The incumbents require a wealth of experience in managing large infrastructure projects, particularly in the context of international airport development or other similar complex programs.

Location: Toronto, ON

Your role within the team:

• Supports natural environment programs within the LIFT Program, including tree-planting, wildlife management, plant management, and species at risk;
• Confirms that the overall program and design strategy considers and responds to the principles of a sustainable development, and natural exterior/interior design features;
• Confirms that the design considers self-sustaining natural ecosystems and infrastructure requirements, balancing ecological development with maintenance and wildlife management considerations;
• Coordinates with Stakeholder Relations and Communications (SR&C), natural resources management teams, and external stakeholders on all areas of sustainability strategy;
• Confirms that the approach to the relevant works is consistent with Airport client's vision and strategy for a sustainable, carbon-positive, and environmentally friendly future;
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of client's staff.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• A Recognized degree in related engineering, planning, or sustainability field and professional certification (PE, CEM, LEED AP, ENV SP);
• Typically, a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the environment, energy, or sustainable design sector;
• Experience of delivering sustainability outcomes in the infrastructure sector. Experience in large complex programs considered an asset;
• Demonstrable understanding of sustainability with a particular interest in protection of natural environment and integration of natural systems in an urban/commercial setting;
• Demonstrable understanding of sustainability/ESG management, and disclosure standards and guidance;
• Demonstrable experience in sustainable resource management, and environmental protection;
• Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.

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Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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