Environmental Field Scientist/EIT

®; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate Field Scientist or Engineer to join our Environmental Services team. You will lead field programs for site investigation, remediation and risk assessment, developing health and safety plans and coordinating with clients and subcontractors.

You will perform Phase I–III ESAs, PSI/DSI activities, collect soil, groundwater, sediment, and surface water samples, and contribute to technical writing of reports while ensuring data quality and regulatory

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of contaminated sites consulting experience.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across BC and Canada.
• Strong field sampling and data collection skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop site-specific health and safety plans and lead field programs.
• Conduct Phase I–III ESAs and PSI investigations and remediation projects.
• Collect soil, soil vapour, groundwater, sediment, and surface water samples.
• Prepare detailed field notes and meet data quality objectives.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure safe field operations.
• Support BC Contaminated Sites Regulations regulatory applications.
• Interpret field data and author Phase I–III reports and risk assessments.
• Collaborate across disciplines and promote health and safety.
• Plan scopes, budgets, and schedules with project managers.
• Organize field programs and subcontractor logistics.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Travel flexibility

Outdoor work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma or degree in Environmental Science/Geology/Hydrogeology/Engineering

Professional designation asset (P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.)

Tools

Field equipment software

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities we support.

Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

We have an immediate opportunity for an Intermediate Field Scientist or Engineer (Site Investigation, Remediation & Risk Assessment) to join our dynamic Environmental Services team in British Columbia.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Developing site-specific health and safety plans and leading field programs adhering to the plans in order to mitigate or eliminate risks to yourself, your colleagues and subcontractors, as well as clients and members of the public
• Field implementation of Phase I, II, III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI and Stage 2 PSI/DSI investigations, and remediation projects for a wide range of sectors including provincial and federal agencies, ports and harbours, transportation, commercial, and industrial
• Completing field work, including soil, soil vapour, sediment, groundwater and surface water sampling
• Preparing high quality and detailed field notes, and meeting data quality objectives on every project
• Supervising subcontractors, including utility locators, heavy equipment operation, drillers, and hydrovac operators
• Safe execution of ground disturbance activities, such as borehole drilling, direct push investigations, and test pit and remedial excavations
• Supporting on applications under the BC Contaminated Sites Regulations for regulatory instruments including Approvals in Principal and Certificates of Compliance
• Managing and interpreting field data
• Technical authoring of Phase I, II, III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI and Stage 2 PSI/DSI investigations, and risk assessments
• Use specialized field equipment and software
• Work with leadership to continually assess the direction of the practice through technical initiatives
• Collaborating across disciplines including Indoor Environments, Environmental Assessment disciplines, Geotechnical, Atmospheric Sciences, and Water Resources across Stantec Canada offices
• Actively participating in promoting a strong health and safety culture in the team
• Working with project managers to develop scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Organizing field programs, including subcontractor agreements, scheduling, equipment resourcing, etc.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Minimum of 4 years of related contaminated sites consulting experience, delivering outstanding technical solutions on projects, ideally within British Columbia
• A strong affinity for teamwork, working alongside intermediate and senior office and field staff is also essential for this position
• Superior and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Keen interest in working outdoors and have the ability and openness to travel for work assignments
• Ability to work with sub-contractors and work independently
• Demonstrated knowledge of the various provincial and federal environmental regulations and guidelines

Education and Experience

A diploma from a technical college or university or a degree (Bachelor or Master's) in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology or Engineering.

Possession of or eligibility for a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag., etc.) is considered an asset.

Possession of a valid Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent) and be willing to travel within BC and Canada to remote locations as required. Comfortable driving long distances, remote roads, and in variable conditions.

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.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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 & Various locations in Ontario-$65,700.00 - $95,300.00 Annually

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$69,600.00 - $101,000.00 Annually

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 | BC | Burnaby
Other Locations: Canada | BC | Kamloops
Organization: BC-1232 EnvSvcs-CA British Columbia
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time