Advancing People, Environment, and Business. Does that statement resonate with you? Do you
enjoy working with an engaged team toward a common goal? Do you regularly question the
norm and come up with creative solutions to problems? If you’ve answered yes to any of these
questions, we might have the perfect role for you!
PGL Environmental Consultants (PGL) is seeking a Junior Environmental Consultant specializing
in Environmental Monitoring. The employee can be based out of either of our two Lower
Mainland BC locations: Vancouver or Langley. PGL employees work a 37.5-hour work week and
have the flexibility to work part-time from home or out of either office.
This role will be part of our Environmental Planning Group, which is an established, experienced
group of mostly long-tenured professionals servicing our diverse clients in a variety of sectors
(e.g., urban and resource development, Indigenous groups, government, etc.). The role will be
involved with the planning and execution of projects at an entry/junior level. Projects will vary
and include compliance/environmental monitoring, field surveys, fish/amphibian salvage, data
collection, environmental permitting, and reporting. Under the supervision of senior
professionals and technical experts, this role will work within a project team that may include
our clients, regulators, and stakeholders to plan and coordinate the completion of
environmental projects to meet our clients’ needs.
Responsibilities:
Working with project teams and our clients to deliver work according to budgets and
timelines to meet project objectives and regulatory requirements.
Environmental monitoring, including water quality sampling, construction supervision, and
liaising with site personnel, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Participating in field investigations and data collection, as required, including fish, wildlife,
and vegetation assessments and/or salvage.
Involvement in a variety of phases of project work including fieldwork, environmental
permitting, data compilation, data analysis, and reporting.
Contributing to the continual improvement of our internal policies and practices.
Progressive growth as a consultant and professional, such as advancement of business
development, writing, and project management skills.
Contributing to the growth of our PGL community.
We are looking for a self-starter. You will be expected to work both independently and within
project teams, undertaking tasks from start to finish with full team support. Hands-on fieldwork
will be mixed with desktop activities and contribution to, or preparation of, reports.
You are our ideal candidate if you:
Have a natural curiosity for the environment;
Are willing to invest in yourself and grow your knowledge and skills;
Are a resourceful problem solver and organized individual;
Can identify root causes and interlinkages in complex systems—using your own expertise to
address what you can and connecting with the right resources to address what you cannot.
You will be expected to communicate with site personnel and deliver recommendations. As your
career develops, project management, business development, and client contact will become an
important component of your role. We are seeking candidates who identify with the term
“professional teammate.”
Job Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
1 to 3 years of industry or consulting experience with training in erosion and sediment
control (BC CESCL) and/or environmental monitoring is an asset
Eligible or in the process of becoming eligible for professional registration (i.e., B.I.T.,
R.P.Bio., R.B.Tech., or equivalent).
Basic consulting skills: time management, teamwork, client service, communicating
technical information in an understandable way (verbal and written), multi-tasking, and
people skills.
Working knowledge of and ability to interpret municipal (Metro Vancouver), provincial (BC),
and federal (Canada) environmental regulations, guidelines, and standards.
Enjoys the outdoors and able to handle everything that mother nature throws at you.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of local flora and fauna is an asset.
Results driven but lighthearted and fun.
Electrofishing certification (crew or leader) (preferred).
Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office suite products.
Valid driver’s license. Personal vehicle considered an asset.
PGL Perks:
100% Employee-owned organization;
Employee and Owner Profit Share Program;
Flexible work arrangements and daily work hours;
Annual Company Retreat;
Allowances: Cell phone, Wellness, and Costco memberships;
Annual training and development budget;
Salary range $55,000 – $81,000;
3 weeks’ vacation and paid sick time;
Parental leave top-up program; and
Competitive benefits: Extended Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life insurance.
