Vivek Kumar Email & Phone Number

Langford, Bc, Ca

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

•Led wildlife-related fieldwork and standardized surveys such as breeding bird and migratory bird surveys, Sharp-tailed Grouse surveys, visual and acoustic amphibian surveys, and wildlife sweeps•Deployed, relocated, and maintained wildlife cameras and ARUs in remote locations in the Alberta Oilsands region •Authored technical reports such as Renewable Energy Referral Reports for Solar projects and co-authored Comprehensive Wildlife Reports for the Oil and Gas industry in Alberta •Maintained positive relationships with clients and stakeholders, created work plans, and developed cost estimates •Trained junior Biologists to develop their technical and project skills •Advised clients on environmental best management practices and obligations

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

•Conducted wildlife and breeding bird surveys, environmental monitoring, amphibian surveys, fish and reptile salvage, and habitat assessments across eight projects in Alberta and British Columbia •Utilized Autonomous Recording Units (ARUs) to evaluate abundance and the behaviour of Common Nighthawks in the oil sands region to study the effectiveness of bird deterrents •Independently executed bird deterrent and hazing practices preventing thousands of California Gulls from establishing nesting colonies in high-risk tailings ponds in the Alberta oil sands •Led crews in field settings in three different projects within a span of two years •Reviewed and organized corporate files to identify potential concerns relevant to Phase II ESA•Liaised with senior biologists, regulatory agencies, First Nations, and clients to consult on environmental mitigation strategies •Monitored water quality to assess the impact of pipeline construction on sensitive aquatic habitats and assisted with stream reclamation on a SARA-listed watercourse during pipeline construction •Prepared technical reports, assembled, and analyzed data using statistical tools for various clients

Albian Oilsands

•Planned and implemented wildlife research, management, and mitigation programs for oil sands operations•Provided wildlife related guidance in line with environmental regulations to streamline business units’ operations•Prepared technical reports highlighting wildlife projects and management processes for government submissions•Managed critical data, like wildlife feature trackers and information systems, and obtained necessary permits •Supervised and mentored two wildlife students to support them in their project and professional goals •Hosted project kickoff meetings, held safety talks, and coordinated fieldwork with multiple contractors on-site •Conducted quality assurance and verification on field data received from four contractor companies •Collaborated with the mine reclamation team to establish suitable wildlife habitat within reclamation areas •Prepared and updated key documents highlighting safe work procedures and wildlife awareness bulletins•Drafted georeferenced maps using GIS to assist in biological surveys, site communications, and land use planning

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Performed fieldwork, including minor irrigation repairs, equipment setup and maintenance (Flow control devices and pond levellers), monitored local beaver activity, and found solutions to regulate beaver induced flooding and deter negative human-beaver interactions

Conducted ecological research to contribute accurate data into an international ornithological resource network as a volunteer. While undertaking data collection, I also engaged with visitors at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary using interpretive biofacts and other material to provide park users with opportunities to learn and develop wildlife identification skills while promoting environmental stewardship

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

•Identified 11 Whooping Crane nesting sites in the high-resolution satellite imagery to assist in the species' recovery• Monitored and recorded health metrics of Giant Pandas leading to the timely detection of digestive illness• Presented 12 wildlife education programs to 562 people including children, families, and international tourists• Motivated 29 visitors to enroll in the institute’s e-waste recycling program supporting Gorilla habitat conservation•Interacted with visitors and educated them about the importance of wildlife conservation to help foster environmental stewardship, following all the policies and safety protocols of the institute•Supported the school program team in the goal of connecting students to nature and motivating their actions toward conservation and sustainability•Assisted zookeepers in the feeding, enrichment, cleaning, and general husbandry tasks within the Eurasia section •Reinforced rules in habitats and assisted visitors with directions, amenities, and during special events

Calgary, Canada Area

Saskatchewan, Canada

Saskatoon

• Praised for designing species-specific habitats to reduce animal’s stress levels affected by either human-wildlife conflicts or predator-induced injuries• Responded to the various queries and registered donations, while executing paperwork, answering phone calls, and administering medications• Assisted with the daily maintenance of the facility and animal housing following the set protocols to ensure proper health and safety conditions are met• Admitted and assessed injured animals, and released them in the wild after natural recovery

New Delhi Area, India

• Developed a behavioral enrichment plan by examining the pattern of enclosure area usage by Lion-tailed Macaques and recording observations• Raised the visitor footfall and animal activity by 40% after suggesting appropriate modifications in the animal enclosure including a particular rope alignment between trees• Compiled, processed and presented field data after studying the behavior of captive animals aided by own observations and literature review

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Environmental Biology

Activities and Societies: Biology Student's Society

Bachelor'S Degree (Hons.), Zoology/Animal Biology

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