Ecosystems Team Lead

Stantec; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

RRSP and retirement programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Ecosystems Team Lead to join our Environmental Services team in Canada. The role focuses on mentoring a team of environmental professionals and delivering high-quality projects. You will collaborate with Alberta and Manitoba leads to support growth and ensure client satisfaction.

The successful candidate will base at Calgary or Edmonton, support safety culture, SOP development, and staff development while integrating with a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of direct ecosystem-related leadership or senior support experience.
• Primary experience in wildlife biology, vegetation ecology, or aquatic biology is an asset.
• Ability to travel to meet with team members outside home location.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations: resourcing, utilization, proposals, and staff development.
• Mentor team members, conduct performance reviews, and promote safety culture.
• Develop SOPs, drive client proposals, and ensure timely project delivery.
• Collaborate with Alberta/Manitoba leads to grow the ecosystem team.
• Support complex projects as SME or technical lead.

Skills

Leadership

Written & verbal comms

Project planning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in environmental/biological sciences

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

We have an immediate opportunity for an Ecosystems Team Lead to join our dynamic Environmental Services team. The Ecosystems Team Lead will play an integral role on the Business Center’s leadership team, using their skills to mentor and develop a highly capable, motivated team of environmental professionals while ensuring we consistently deliver results that exceed client expectations. The Team Lead is also expected to contribute to meaningful project work within their area of expertise.

The successful candidate will collaborate with existing Ecosystems Team Leads based in Alberta and Manitoba to support the collective management and growth of the team.

This position can be based at any of our office locations in Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB.

Your Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Manage the team’s daily operational needs, including resourcing, utilization, and project/proposal assignments
• Manage the development of the Ecosystems Environmental Services team
• Supervise junior staff and support their career development
• Facilitate and lead team meetings ensuring timely communication of changes to current practices
• Support and promote the development of Stantec’s safety culture within the team
• Support team recognition and morale through local team initiatives
• Assist in the development of quality standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Encourage a culture of innovation
• Participate in the attraction, development, and retention of new and existing staff
• Coach and mentor team members on a regular basis
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback

Project Work

• Participating actively in team lead meetings, contributing insights and representing the Ecosystems team
• Collaborating with the teams to drive new technical initiatives or service lines
• Providing guidance and support on projects through roles such as subject matter expert or technical discipline lead
• Liaising and providing communication for sector leads, sector representatives and project managers to resource proposals and project work
• Developing proposals and submissions to support client projects
• Creating technical reports as requested
• Adhering to client and project deadlines by completing work in a timely manner
• Assisting Ecology team with complex work where required

Your Capabilities And Experience

• Demonstrated leadership experience and a strong commitment to Stantec’s values, including inclusion and diversity
• Experience in, or a solid understanding of, the consulting industry within a multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to plan and execute projects with limited supervision
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel, as required, to meet with team members who may be based outside of your home location

Education And Qualifications

Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in environmental or biological sciences.

Minimum 8 years of direct experience in Ecosystems related work in a lead or supporting role.

Primary experience in wildlife biology, vegetation ecology, or aquatic biology is considered an asset.

Our typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining relatively sedentary. Stantec offers a flexible work arrangement for desk‑based tasks including working from Stantec office locations, working from home, or a mix depending on the situation. Field work may include exposure to inclement weather, and travel through rough and remote terrain, while carrying equipment.

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.

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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location:

Canada | AB | Calgary

Other Locations:

Canada | AB | Edmonton

Organization:

BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta

Employee Status:

Regular

Business Justification:

Replacement

Travel:

Yes

Schedule:

Full time