Climate Risk Scientist/Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company specializing in sustainable engineering seeks a motivated individual to join as a climate change analyst. You will evaluate risks related to climate impacts on infrastructure, utilize climate analysis tools, and produce high-quality reports. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and values collaboration as well as strategic communication. Join us to contribute to vital projects for the communities we serve.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• Knowledge of climate change challenges and analysis tools.
• 1-3 years of consulting or climate science/engineering experience.
• Must be collaborative and willing to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assess infrastructure vulnerabilities to climate change.
• Conduct climate analysis and interpret findings.
• Prepare reports and presentations for clients.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Negotiation

Presentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

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 throughout the world and tools used to perform climate analysis and assess climate risks, such as the PIEVC Protocol, ICLEI BARC, Canada’s Climate Lens Guidance, or other risk assessment frameworks.
• Excellent communication (written/verbal), strategic thinking, negotiation, presentation, and people skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs. Additional proficiency in RStudio, Python and GIS applications is an asset.
• Must be collaborative and driven by the success of Stantec.
• Applicants in all locations in Canada are welcome.
• Willingness for occasional travel, within Canada or internationally.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree of Engineering/Science in engineering/environmental science/planning or related discipline is required.
• 1-3 years of consulting or other related experience is an asset, with technical competencies in design and/or operations of infrastructure in the public and/or private sectors or in climate science or engineering field.
• Experience in project or client management is considered an asset, but not necessary.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $62,000 - Max Salary $89,900
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $65,700 - Max Salary $95,300

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Some roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary

Full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours/week) have access to health, dental, vision plans, wellness programs, retirement savings plans, employee stock purchase, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, professional memberships, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees have access to some benefits. Benefits may vary for union positions.

Additional Details

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Waterloo

Organization: 1609 EnvSvcs-CA Ontario West-Waterloo ON

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 03/07/2025

Req ID: 1001381