Climate Risk Scientist / Engineer

Stantec; London; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental consulting seeks motivated individuals with expertise in climate change impacts. As part of the team, you will engage in analyzing climate risks and developing strategies to enhance the resilience of communities. This role involves collaboration, excellent communication, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of consulting or related experience preferred.
• Competencies in infrastructure design/operations or climate science/engineering.
• Experience in project or client management is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks and impacts to the built and natural environment.
• Perform climate analysis, including regional climate profiling.
• Collaborate with clients and contribute to presentations.

Skills

Climate change challenges

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, planning, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

RStudio

Python

GIS

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec seeks motivated individuals to champion the continuous growth of our services in the climate change mitigation and climate change resiliency and adaptation markets. The ideal candidate will have an education in the technical and social issues associated with the impacts of climate change on the built environment, and the integration of climate change risks in life-cycle and asset management plans, and resiliency.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in projects to identify the nature of risks and severity of impacts to the built and natural environment.
• Assess the predominant vulnerabilities of infrastructure to climate change.
• Make recommendations on risk mitigation and future climate adaptation measures, including adjustments for designs or operations.
• Perform climate analysis, including regional climate profiling, and interpret for application to risk assessment.
• Translate complex information and concepts to write high-quality reports for our clients and the public.
• Participate in and contribute to meetings and workshops with clients, including preparing and carrying out presentations.
• Collaborate with clients and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.
• Collaborate with other Stantec practitioners from multiple offices around the global organization.

Your Capabilities And Credentials

• Knowledge of climate change challenges worldwide and tools used for climate analysis and risk assessment, such as the PIEVC Protocol, ICLEI BARC, Canada’s Climate Lens Guidance, or other frameworks.
• Excellent communication (written/verbal), strategic thinking, negotiation, presentation, and people skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; additional skills in RStudio, Python, and GIS are assets.
• Must be collaborative and driven by Stantec’s success.
• Open to applicants in all locations in Canada.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Canada or internationally.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, planning, or related discipline is required.
• 1-3 years of consulting or related experience is preferred, with competencies in infrastructure design/operations or climate science/engineering.
• Experience in project or client management is an asset but not required.

This description is not exhaustive; duties may change or be added at any time.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities worldwide, addressing issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing infrastructure.

Pay Range

• Outside Lower Mainland, BC: $62,000 - $89,900
• Lower Mainland, BC: $65,700 - $95,300

Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees have access to health, dental, vision, wellness programs, retirement plans, stock purchase, insurance, disability, travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. Benefits for union positions are governed by collective agreements.

Location: Canada | ON | Waterloo

Organization: 1609 EnvSvcs-CA Ontario West-Waterloo ON

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting Date: 03/07/2025

Req ID: 1001381