Principal Technical Consultant, Marine Scientist (Winnipeg)

Principal Technical Consultant, Marine ScientistLead groundbreaking marine science initiatives that shape the future of Canada's oceans and coastal environments. This strategic leadership role is based in Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, or Edmonton.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the design and implementation of marine field programs across Canada, including the Arctic.Provide field support for monitoring programs, shipping operations, and construction activities.Offer scientific expertise and strategic advice to clients and internal teams.Lead the development of marine offsetting, mitigation, and environmental management plans.Compile, analyze, and manage marine water quality, sediment, benthic, macroflora, and related biological data.Perform senior technical oversight and ensure quality control of data and deliverables.Robust commitment to Health & Safety protocols.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Draft and review monitoring reports, permitting documents, and impact assessments.Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, adapt to fast-paced work, and operate with minimal supervision.Proven capability mentoring and guiding junior staff.Ensure deliverables meet ERM's quality, budget, and timeline standards.Contribute to proposal development, including technical scopes and cost estimates.Lead project phase management activities such as task delegation, subcontractor oversight, H&S; compliance, and client interaction.Actively engage with ERM's international marine, aquatics, and fisheries technical communities.Required QualificationsB.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: valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.Preferred QualificationsM.Sc. in Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related marine science discipline; Ph.D. an asset.8+ years of experience, including 6+ years in environmental consulting.Experience with marine infrastructure (e.g., ports, harbours) or offshore wind/power projects.Project management experience overseeing marine monitoring programs.Experience with database management and advanced analytical tools.BenefitsCompetitive salary ($117,540–$174,235 CAD base pay depending on experience).Broad benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits.Equal Opportunity EmployerERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.J-18808-Ljbffr