Terrestrial Ecologist ($90K–$120K/yr + Relocation Assistance to Prince George, BC)

Chu Cho Environmental (CCE) • Full-time • NL, CA • C$ 90k - C$ 120k / year • 4m ago

Lead and contribute to terrestrial ecology, reclamation, and environmental consulting projects across northern British Columbia in partnership with industry and Tsay Keh Dene Nation
Earn a competitive annual salary of $90,000–$120,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth
Apply your expertise in terrestrial ecology, project management, data analysis, and technical reporting within a multidisciplinary, Indigenous-owned environmental consulting team

About Chu Cho Environmental (CCE)

Founded in 2013, Chu Cho Environmental is a 100% Tsay Keh Dene Nation owned company, established under the Nation’s Economic Development Corporation. As an Indigenous owned business, Chu Cho Environmental reflects the values of the Nation, and delivers high quality environmental services that are rooted in respect for the community and territory.

As a for profit social enterprise, Chu Cho Environmental creates employment, builds local capacity, and supports economic growth for Tsay Keh Dene Nation. It is our mission to build a resilient, skilled and multidisciplinary team that delivers professional, high quality environmental services across northern British Columbia.

Chu Cho Environmental offers a wide range of professional environmental services, including baseline studies, regulatory support, environmental research, and ongoing monitoring for resource development projects. Our multidisciplinary team brings expertise in wildlife, fisheries, botany, aquatics, atmospheric science, reclamation, and GIS services.

For more information, please visit our website: chuchoenvironmental.com

You can learn about some of our projects here:

Evaluating Terrestrial Lichen Transplant Success
Chase Caribou Road Restoration Program
Mount Milligan Mine Progressive Reclamation

About the Opportunity

Chu Cho Environmental is looking for a full-time Terrestrial Ecologist based in Prince George, BC, with flexibility to work from home when not required in the office or field, depending on project needs.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in delivering terrestrial ecology projects across northern British Columbia, combining technical expertise with project leadership and team collaboration to support high-quality environmental consulting outcomes.

In this position, you will be primarily responsible for managing and supporting terrestrial ecology projects from proposal development through field execution and final reporting, while contributing to team leadership, mentoring staff, and supporting client relationships and ongoing project growth.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leading and supporting terrestrial ecology projects across soils, vegetation, reclamation, and ecosystem mapping from planning through to reporting
Supporting and occasionally participating in remote field programs while maintaining a primarily office-based workflow
Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure effective and efficient execution
Contributing to technical review processes and supporting the development of high-quality reports and assessments
Mentoring and supporting junior and intermediate staff while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Coordinating with internal teams, external partners, regulators, and Tsay Keh Dene Nation stakeholders
Building and maintaining client relationships while contributing to proposal development and business development activities
Ensuring work aligns with environmental legislation, professional standards, and internal QA/QC processes

To read the full position description, please click here.

About You

To qualify, you will need a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a directly related discipline, and ideally 5+ years of progressive experience in terrestrial ecology or environmental consulting, particularly in soils, reclamation, vegetation, and ecosystem mapping. You will demonstrate experience managing or supporting staff, conducting remote fieldwork in challenging environments, and applying environmental legislation, permitting processes, and regulatory frameworks.

We recognize that strong terrestrial ecologists often follow varied career pathways. Experience gained through consulting environments, graduate research such as an MSc, government roles, or hands-on field-based positions will all be considered, provided your background demonstrates strong technical capability and applied project experience.

The following are required:

Registration as a Professional Biologist (RPBio) or P.Ag in good standing, or immediate eligibility for registration
A valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence
Ability and willingness to travel regularly to remote field sites, including multi-day trips during peak field seasons
Comfort working outdoors in all seasons and variable weather conditions

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Experience in environmental consulting with project management responsibilities
Strong technical understanding of terrestrial systems, particularly in soils, reclamation, vegetation, and ecosystem mapping
Familiarity with northern BC ecosystems, including vegetation and soil systems
Experience contributing to or leading multidisciplinary environmental projects
Strong technical writing skills, including report preparation and review
Experience applying environmental legislation, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements
Experience with data analysis, statistical methods, and technical reporting workflows
Ability to mentor or support junior and intermediate staff
Experience working with First Nations governments or Indigenous-owned organizations

As our ideal candidate, you are a technically strong and adaptable environmental professional who brings a balance of field experience and analytical thinking. You are collaborative, organized, and confident working with multidisciplinary teams, while also demonstrating sound judgement and professionalism when engaging with clients, regulators, and Indigenous communities.

This is an opportunity for a terrestrial ecologist who is ready to take the next step in their career, contributing to meaningful environmental work across northern British Columbia while continuing to grow within a supportive, Indigenous-owned organization.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience is a competitive annual salary of $90,000–$120,000, and a host of excellent benefits including:

Comprehensive health and benefits package
Relocation support may be available for the right candidate
Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications
Access to a company vehicle for project-related travel
Flexible working model built on “freedom with responsibility,” offering autonomy with accountability
Opportunity to contribute to impactful terrestrial ecology and reclamation projects across northern British Columbia
Meaningful work with an Indigenous-owned business that advances environmental stewardship and supports Tsay Keh Dene Nation

Join us in advancing environmental stewardship and community growth. Apply today!

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