Current Opening:

Senior Projects Lead

The Company:

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.  

You can learn about some of our projects here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/ChuChoEnvironmental

Position Summary 

The Senior Projects Lead will have a professional background in biology, forestry, or a related field. This role is responsible for assisting the General Manager in areas of business development, client relations, and will lead a team of environmental monitors on major mining, hydro, and construction projects, as well as prepare proposals and budgets that lead to new contract procurement. The Senior Projects Lead reports directly to the General Manager of CCE. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Leadership & Strategy

  • Assist in the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans aligned with CCE’s mission as a for profit social enterprise, working to create employment, build local capacity, and support economic growth for Tsay Keh Dene Nation.

  • Build and sustain relationships with major clients in mining, construction, hydro and both Indigenous and provincial governments.

  • Identify and pursue new service offerings, revenue streams, and business opportunities.

2. Operations & Project Delivery

  • Assist the GM to oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

  • Coordinate field crews working in remote areas of northern British Columbia.

  • Create project proposals and budgets for new business procurement.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, environmental management plans, and health and safety standards.

3. Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team with expertise in wildlife, fisheries, reclamation, botany, and aquatics.

  • Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and accountability across the organization.

  • Implement training and professional development to enhance team capabilities and support career progression for a team of professionals.

4. Client & Community Engagement

  • Cultivate strong, respectful relationships with clients, governments, and Tsay Keh Dene Nation citizens.

  • Represent CCE at conferences, community events, and professional forums.

  • Ensure that CCE’s services and work reflect the values and priorities of Tsay Keh Dene Nation and are rooted in respect for the community and territory.

6. Field Work

  • Willingness to travel to the field and carry out field data collection, where required to support field crews, or to build the necessary understanding of your remote work site and project.

  • Organize field schedules, teams and assist in distributing workloads across the supporting disciplines and teams.

  • Review environmental management plans and regulations, understand how to implement them in the field, and schedule/assign staff to match the project needs.

7. Health & Safety

  • Promote the successful implementation of CCE’s safety management systems. 

  • Ensure compliance with all safety laws and regulations. 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 

Client & Community Engagement 

  • Quality and growth of client relationships 

  • Engagement with Tsay Keh Dene Nation and its membership 

  • Revenue growth and diversification 

Operational Excellence 

  • On-time, on-budget project delivery 

Organization Development 

  • Employee satisfaction, retention, and development 

  • Capacity-building initiatives and succession planning 

Innovation & Knowledge Sharing 

  • Participation in professional development and educational workshops 

  • Contribution to research publications, academic partnerships, and new project opportunities 

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

  • Post-secondary education in environmental science, biology, natural resource management, or a related field. 

  • Minimum 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in environmental consulting or closely related field. 

  • Hold a professional designation such as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio), Registered Professional Forester (RPF), or Professional Agrologist (PAg). 

  • Proven success managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams. 

  • Demonstrated experience delivering technical reports. 

  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and permitting processes. 

Skills & Attributes 

  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. 

  • Analytical thinker with strong planning and analytical capabilities. 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Financial and business acumen, including budgeting and reporting. 

Working Conditions 

  • Combination of office-based work, with field site visits as needed. 

  • Travel for conferences, industry events or project oversight. 

  • Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when required. 

Compensation & Benefits 

  • Annual salary $100,000 - $120,000 based on experience and qualifications. 

  • Comprehensive health and benefits package. 

  • Professional development opportunities. 

  • Generous relocation reimbursement. 

  • Meaningful work with an Indigenous owned and business delivering high quality environmental services. 

How to Apply 

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to:  careers@chuchoenvironmental.com