Ecological Project Manager, Renewable Energy in Waterloo, Ontario at Natural Resource Solutions Inc

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 a qualified Ecological Project Manager with demonstrated experience in providing ecological services to join our growing team. The role includes managing and coordinating ecological monitoring programs and conducting impact assessments for renewable energy facilities, along with supporting a variety of other ecological projects.

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

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

The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Manage and coordinate 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.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory permits.
• Completing data entry and analysis.
• Communicating with clients and/or 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 2 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 coordinating fieldwork programs.
• 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.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing ecological monitoring reports.

Application Closing Date: June 5, 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: As soon as possible upon completion of the hiring process and mutual agreement with the selected candidate.

Location: Waterloo, Ontario

Salary: $29 - $38 per hour commensurate on experience.

Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 40 hours.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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.