Position Title - 	Wildlife Biologist
Office Location - 	Red Deer, Alberta
Education Required -	BSc

Job Description	Working at AECOM makes you a member of a global team and an award-winning 
company. You are supported through a network of connections within your role, your 
discipline and the regions in which you operate. 
 
With 41,000 people in more than 100 countries, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets 
that it serves. Our highly capable team provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, 
innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments.
 
AECOM understands the value of our natural environment and the need to minimize impacts from 
society and industry.  As one of the world’s leading global consultancies, our 5000 talented 
professionals have a long history of providing environmental solutions for clients around the world.
 
General Duties:
 
Junior or Intermediate Wildlife Biologist will conduct wildlife inventories, provide input on 
wildlife and wildlife habitat components of environmental impact assessment projects and a 
variety of natural resource planning projects, (e.g., predisturbance assessments, biophysical assessments),

This position involves projects within our strategic end-markets including oil and gas, 
transportation, power, infrastructure and mining.

Work as part of the wildlife team both locally and in remote locations for extended periods of time

The position also involves writing technical reports and providing input to proposals

Requirements:

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science (acquired or on-going) in a related field (biology, ecology, zoology)

Possess a professional biologist designation (or eligibility),

A minimum of 5 or more years experience conducting wildlife and wildlife habitat assessments, 

Strong skills in either bird, mammal, and/or amphibian identification

Experience with Western, Prairie and Northern ecosystems, particularly Alberta, BC, 
Saskatchewan, Yukon and Northwest Territories,

Experience with wildlife legislation, including provincial and federal regulatory 
requirements and agencies would be an asset,

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team,

Strong written and verbal communication skills,

Basic computer and software skills, (e.g. Excel, Word),

A valid driver’s license required,

The successful applicant can expect to work in physically demanding terrain, under adverse 
weather conditions, long and sometimes irregular hours that may include work on weekends or 
shifts, remote locations, and from small aircraft.

AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation 
package. AECOM is much more than just a place to work. It's a place where you can put your 
innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent 
and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most 
challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide. It's a place that values the diversity 
of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. Come 
grow with us! For more information on AECOM, please visit our website at www.aecom.com. 

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.