Environmental Scientist

Archipelago • Internship • Victoria, BC, CA • 3d ago

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our Victoria based team. The successful candidate will support project-specific delivery across construction monitoring, brownfield/contaminated sites, and marine and coastal projects. This role combines field work and project coordination within a collaborative project delivery team based in Victoria, BC.

This term position is well suited to someone with consulting experience who enjoys working in field investigations and desktop analysis.

WHAT IS ARCHIPELAGO ALL ABOUT?

Archipelago has been around for over 40 years, and our Environmental Services group has supported sustainable coastal and environmental development for most of that time. Our multidisciplinary team works across marine, terrestrial, and nearshore environments, supporting infrastructure, remediation, restoration, and construction projects for government, industry, and First Nations throughout British Columbia and beyond. As well, Archipelago is at the forefront of fisheries monitoring solutions for fisheries around the world. Our head office sits right on the water in Victoria (Esquimalt), British Columbia and we have offices in Alaska, Oregon, Australia, and in port cities up and down the British Columbia coast.

About The Role

The Environmental Scientist will provide technical support and environmental oversight on active projects. The role includes environmental monitoring, compliance support, data interpretation, and coordination with Archipelago’s project managers.

Environmental and Technical Support

Support the development and implementation of environmental management and protection plans (EMPs/EPPs)
Provide environmental advice and guidance to project teams and site personnel
Identify data gaps and support regulatory and environmental overview assessments

Field Work and Construction Support

Conduct environmental monitoring, compliance inspections, and field investigations during construction activities
Collect sediment and water samples for laboratory analysis in accordance with approved protocols
Oversee and document construction activities from an environmental perspective
Act as the on-site environmental representative for major marine infrastructure projects (e.g., jetty reconstruction), coordinating monitoring of water quality, underwater noise, sediment disturbance, and marine wildlife
Support project leadership teams during active field programs

Reporting and Project Delivery

Assist with technical report writing, including reports, memos, letters, and proposals
Compile, manage, and interpret environmental data, providing input to quality control processes
Support project managers with scopes of work, cost estimates, and deliverables

What Do You Offer

Environmental diploma or bachelor’s degree in biological, physical science, engineering, or environmental-related studies
Ability to become a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) in British Columbia (e.g., AScT, RPBio, PGeo, Pag)
Minimum 2 years of environmental consulting experience or similar
Experience working on small vessels
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Strong report writing and technical documentation skills
Experience with data compilation and database management (lab results)
Ability to obtain Federal Security Clearance
A valid driver’s license

Beneficial Experience

Technical tools: ArcGIS, Hydro acoustics, in situ water quality measurements
Marine vessel operation certifications (e.g., SVOP, PCOC, DVS-BS, ROC-M, First Aid)
6 months of construction-related applied science experience working independently
Experience identifying and monitoring for marine mammals, birds and coastal epifauna
Ability to work evenings and weekends

WHAT MAKES WORKING AT ARCHIPELAGO GREAT?

Health spending account after probationary period
Staff parties and events
Oceanfront building with proximity to transit and bike paths
Free Parking

WHAT ELSE?

The anticipated salary range for the Environmental Scientist role is $25-35 per hour based on the experience you bring to the role. This role is a 6-month term position beginning as soon as possible, with potential for extension.

Archipelago is strongly committed to maintaining health and safety and prioritizes following all applicable procedures and regulations.

Archipelago works to provide an inclusive, fair, and equitable working environment for staff of all backgrounds. Regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, disability or age; if you share our values surrounding the careful management of our ocean resources, we welcome your unique contributions and perspectives.

This is a field-based position typically 30 to 37.5 hours/week and may require work in evenings and on weekends.

If you are interested in applying, email your resume and a cover letter to hr@archipelago.ca

We will keep this posting active until the position has been filled.