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Intermediate Reclamation Specialist or Soil Scientist

Permanent, Full-time

Prince George, BC (Other Locations Considered)

This is a permanent full-time opportunity for an Intermediate Reclamation Specialist or Soil Scientist in our Prince George office. The successful candidate has demonstrated experience and knowledge of soil science and/or reclamation techniques in northern and western Canada.

The ideal candidate will have developed strengths in soil science (including erosion and sediment control, metals analysis) and vegetation assessments (including vegetation management) and holds technical proficiency and working knowledge of the oil and gas and/or mining industries and their associated provincial regulatory requirements. Additional/peripheral skills pertaining to spatial and statistical analysis would be an asset.

Our benefits include:

• A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding career experience
• Competitive compensation, including health benefits, profit-sharing and employee share ownership programs
• Working with a team of established market sector consultants who excel in their fields of science, environmental assessment and regulatory planning
• A corporate commitment to long-term career and personal development through opportunities and support for professional advancement (e.g., internal mentorship, annual professional development budget, conference attendance)
Since EDI started in 1994, our people have defined our culture and have been instrumental in our success. As we continue to grow, we look for team members who want to grow their careers and make a difference by working with our senior leaders. Our culture focuses on quality, support, mentoring, teamwork, positive attitudes and flexibility to “do it right” for our clients. We promote innovation at all levels. Our members are self-motivated, enthusiastic for continual improvement and strong communicators. Through relationships built among team members, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting detailed field investigations to characterize physical and chemical soil properties in accordance with BC Ministry of Environment (BC MOE) and Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) standards
• Authoring Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and Effects Assessments, evaluating potential direct and indirect project impacts on soil productivity, fertility, and land capability
• Designing, planning and/or leading reclamation assessments and soil mapping programs, including the design and implementation of field-based ground-truthing
• Preparing erosion and sediment control plans and reclamation plans for various sectors, including oil and gas, linear development, mining and renewable energy projects
• Providing technical guidance and direction to junior field staff through supervision, mentoring and training
• Analyzing and interpreting data and preparing technical reports, memos and other project deliverables
• Working effectively in a team environment to meet goals of the project productively and safely

We are looking for someone with:

• Comprehensive experience with recommending and/or implementing reclamation techniques in various land types
• A thorough knowledge of regulatory processes in western and northern Canada
• Knowledge of the renewable energy and/or mining industries
• Knowledge and experience with Agriculture Land Reserves (ALR) applications in BC considered an asset
• Flexible and adaptable in identifying and mitigating environmental issues and risks during assessment and construction phases of projects
• A proven record in completing field work productively and safely
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and exceptional time management skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with limited supervision
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Willingness to travel for field work in remote locations and/or between offices

Job requirements include:

• A minimum of 5 years of field experience specifically related to reclamation practices, as well as soil science or range management/vegetation ecology
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Registered as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) in BC or articling toward this professional designation
• Minimum BSc degree or technical diploma
• Class 5 driver’s license
Application deadline: April 30, 2026

The typical compensation range for this position is from $75,000 to $125,000 annually; the compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.

At EDI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. EDI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing environmental company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

If you are ready for new challenges and a rewarding career experience, please email your resume and cover letter in confidence: employment@edynamics.com with EDI2026-165 in the subject line. Only candidates requested for personal interviews will be contacted.
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