Ecological Project Manager, Renewable Energy – Ontario and/or Calgary at Natural Resource Solutions Inc – Waterloo, Ontario

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.

Why Us?
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, annual profit sharing, a health and dental benefit program, RRSP contribution matching, Professional Development, field equipment allowance, and the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff. Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.

Your Contribution to NRSI
NRSI is looking for an experienced Ecological Project Manager to join our growing team in providing ecological services related to a wide variety of project types, with a specific emphasis on managing ecological monitoring programs and conducting impact assessments for renewable energy facilities.

This position would primarily support our Renewable Energy service team, and provides a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to join a leading and respected environmental consulting firm with established clientele and ongoing projects across Canada.

The successful applicant will be based out of one of our Waterloo, Ontario or Calgary, Alberta offices and will be expected to regularly contribute to both field- and office-based tasks.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Managing ecological projects, including multi-year projects containing several seasonal survey types and/or with complex site or regulatory processes.
• Managing and tracking project budgets.
• Preparing and managing proposals.
• Obtaining regulatory permits and ensuring compliance.
• Overseeing data entry and analysis, and supervising and mentoring junior staff.
• Communicating with clients and agencies.
• Completing ecological monitoring reports following applicable regulatory guidelines and industry standards.

Your Education:

• A diploma or degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences. Similar educational experience will also be considered.

Key Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in environmental consulting.
• Technical expertise in at least one ecological field, or expertise across a broad range of taxa.
• A valid driver’s license.
• At least 21 years old in order to drive a rental vehicle.
• Access to a personal vehicle insured for work purposes.
• Able to reliably commute on a regular basis to the work location.

Assets:

• Ecological project management expertise pertaining to renewable energy developments.
• Experience preparing ecological proposals and budgets.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with, species monitoring protocols and other guidelines pertaining to renewable energy developments.
• Experience completing surveys for wildlife in Ontario, Alberta and/or Saskatchewan.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing ecological monitoring reports.

Application Closing Date: April 10, 2026. Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.
Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Pamela Hammer is required with all applications.
Position Start Date: April 27, 2026.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario and/or Calgary, Alberta
Salary: $36.50-$52.30 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 40 hours.

AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role.

Rental Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement (21+) as specified by our third-party vehicle rental providers in order to perform site-based duties.

NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at 519-807-0592.