Environmental Professional, Contaminated Sites Project Manager

Stantec; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) efforts in the Prairies and Territories. The role focuses on environmental site assessments, remediation planning, risk assessment, and client communication within oil & gas and commercial sectors.

You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, mentor field staff, and coordinate with subcontractors across AB, SK, and MB. This office-based role requires travel and strong safety acumen.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in relevant environmental field.
• Professional designation recognized in AB.
• Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget on SIR projects.
• Commitment to health and safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health and safety culture on all projects.
• Develop scopes of work and cost estimates for Phase I ESAs and Phase II investigations.
• Coordinate remedial options and risk management strategies with technical teams.
• Manage budgets, scope, quality, and timelines for multiple projects.
• Prepare technical reports meeting client and regulatory requirements.
• Lead project meetings and liaison with field staff and discipline leaders.

Skills

Project management

Safety leadership

Technical writing

Education

Degree or diploma in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field

Professional designation recognized in AB

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.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking enthusiastic environmental professionals that can provide technical excellence and leadership as Project Manager(s) within our growing Prairies and Territories Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) team. The successful candidates will manage environmental site assessment, remediation, and risk assessment projects in our downstream oil and gas and commercial business sectors.

Successful candidates can be based in any of the following Stantec offices: Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health and Safety Program
• Create and lead a positive safety culture on all projects
• Develop detailed scopes of work and cost estimates to execute Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and contaminated site investigations (i.e., Phase II ESAs) in soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil vapor
• Work with other technical professionals and subcontractors to develop remedial options and risk assessment / management strategies
• Develop detailed scopes of work and cost estimates to execute chosen remedial and/or site management strategies and coordinate with subcontractors
• Manage budget, scope, quality, and timelines on a variety of medium to large sized projects and/or client portfolios
• Analyze and interpret project data and prepare technical reports that meet client and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with field staff and technical discipline leaders during project execution
• As required, conduct and/or lead field work on complex projects and mentor field staff on field execution
• Maintain positive client relationships and communicate project status on a routine basis
• Participate in marketing and business development activities and initiatives with current and/or new clients to grow and expand Stantec’s environmental services
• Interface with other Stantec departments and promote SIR services
• Collaborate and coordinate with other project managers to properly resource SIR projects
• Participate and/or lead regular project meetings

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated experience managing scope, schedule, and budget on SIR projects
• Proficient in intrusive investigation methods and remediation principles and technologies
• Strong understanding of provincial (AB, SK, MB) soil and groundwater remediation guidelines
• Knowledgeable in contaminant hydrogeology, data interpretation, and conceptual site model development.
• Strong technical aptitude and technical writing ability
• Ability to manage people while overseeing projects
• Ability to work well and self-motivate in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff
• Strong organizational and communications skills (able to communicate solutions in writing, verbally and graphically)
• Ability to prioritize work and make responsible decisions that can be defended
• Travel may be required for the purpose of overseeing field crews, participating in off-site meetings, or training. However, this position is primarily office based

Education and Experience

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Professional designation (e.g., P.Eng, P.Geo, P.Chem, P.Ag., etc.) recognized in AB.
• Minimum of eight (8) years related experience, having executed SIR related field work and coordinating and/or managing soil and groundwater investigation and/or remediation projects.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety policies and procedures.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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 | Lethbridge

Organization

BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

05/03/2026 07:03:59

Req ID

1004725

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