Megan Scott

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: megan.scott@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: megan-scott-environmental

Summary

Led over 15 large-scale ecological restoration projects across Ontario, consistently achieving 90%+ compliance with provincial environmental regulations. Specialized in developing and implementing comprehensive restoration strategies for degraded ecosystems, integrating native species reintroduction and hydrological improvements.

Authored environmental impact assessments and managed multi-stakeholder consultations, successfully securing permits for complex restoration initiatives with budgets up to $2.5 million. Proven ability to translate scientific data into actionable restoration plans and foster community engagement.

Experience

Senior Environmental Restoration Planner, Ontario Parks Ecological Services -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2019 – present

• Directed the planning and execution of 8 major wetland and forest restoration projects, restoring over 300 hectares of critical habitat.

• Developed and implemented a standardized monitoring protocol for restoration efficacy, leading to a 15% improvement in long-term project success rates.

• Secured $5 million in grant funding for restoration initiatives through compelling proposal writing and stakeholder engagement.

• Mentored junior planners, enhancing team capacity in GIS mapping, data analysis, and field assessment techniques.

Environmental Restoration Specialist, Evergreen Environmental Solutions -- Mississauga, Canada

Aug 2015 – Feb 2019

• Contributed to the design and implementation of 7 riparian buffer and urban green space restoration projects, improving water quality in local watersheds by 20%.

• Conducted comprehensive field surveys and ecological assessments, informing species selection and planting strategies for native plant communities.

• Prepared detailed technical reports and presented findings to municipal clients and community groups, fostering collaborative restoration efforts.

• Managed project budgets up to $500,000, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely completion.

Junior Environmental Planner (Co-op), Conservation Halton -- Burlington, Canada

May 2014 – Dec 2014

• Assisted in the development of watershed management plans, focusing on erosion control and habitat enhancement.

• Performed GIS data entry and analysis to map sensitive ecological areas and identify restoration priorities.

• Participated in community outreach programs, educating the public on local conservation efforts and volunteer opportunities.

Education

University of Toronto, Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science (Ecological Restoration Stream) -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2014 – Aug 2016

University of Guelph, Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Biology -- Guelph, Canada

Sept 2010 – Apr 2014

Skills

Restoration Planning & Management: Ecological Assessment, Habitat Restoration, Wetland Delineation, Riparian Zone Management, Invasive Species Control, Native Plant Propagation, Project Lifecycle Management, Budget Oversight

Environmental Compliance & Policy: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Permitting (Federal/Provincial), Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Monitoring, Compliance Reporting, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Consultation

Technical & Software: GIS (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS), GPS Field Data Collection, Remote Sensing Basics, Data Analysis (R, Excel), Technical Report Writing, AutoCAD (basic), Microsoft Office Suite

Field Skills: Ecological Survey Techniques, Soil Sampling, Water Quality Testing, Flora and Fauna Identification, Erosion Control, Site Remediation Oversight, Safety Protocols