Environmental Scientist - Site Investigation and Remediation

Stantec; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision plans

Wellness program

RRSP & employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Engineer to join the Atlantic Canada Environmental Services team in New Brunswick. You will work on Phase I, II, and III ESAs, soil and groundwater remediation, spills response, and hydrogeological investigations with project teams across sectors.

The role requires independence, strong initiative, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Degree in environmental discipline and at least 5 years of field experience are expected, with

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of applicable field experience in environmental site assessments or remediation.
• Experience in an engineering or consulting environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on environmental investigations and remediation projects, primarily in Atlantic Canada.
• Execute field programs including site visits, borehole drilling, monitoring well installation, soil vapor surveys, and sampling.
• Data management, analysis, and interpretation; report preparation.
• Author technical reports (Phase I/II/III ESAs, ROA, R/RMPs) and support proposals and business development.
• Provide project management support: cost estimates, budgets, status reports; follow SOPs.
• Travel and occasional extended hours; teamwork across multiple projects.

Skills

Highly organized

Independent worker

Team player

Strong communication

Travel readiness

MS Office proficient

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Tools

GIS data collection

Reporting software

Microsoft Office

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 are currently seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Engineer to join our Environmental Services team in New Brunswick. Your role will be to work as a key member of our Atlantic Environmental Services team, in a broad range of responsibilities relating to Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), soil and groundwater remediation programs, environmental spill response, and hydrogeological investigations. The successful candidate will work within our Site Investigation, Remediation & Response practice area, in project teams across various sectors. We are seeking driven, talented, and enthusiastic individuals capable of working independently with a keen interest in the environmental field, looking to advance their career in a globally progressive consulting firm.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members on environmental investigations and remediation projects based primarily in Atlantic Canada, with opportunities to work in other parts of Canada

• Execute a variety of field programs, including, but not limited to, site visits, test pitting, borehole drilling, monitoring well installation, soil vapor surveys, soil and groundwater remediation monitoring, surveying, and sampling of various media

• Carry out office duties such as data management, analysis and interpretation, report preparation, and other general tasks

• Analyze field and technical data and author technical reports (Phase I/II/III ESAs, monitoring reports, Remedial Options Analysis (ROA) reports, Remediation and Risk Management Plans (R/RMPs)

• Lead and/or support the development of proposals, participate in business development activities, and participate in business community-related activities

• Perform project management support tasks such as cost estimates, budget tracking, and status reports

• Learn and follow standard operating procedures for work assigned, while continuing to develop skills

• Complete applicable company and client-required health & safety training and follow health & safety policies and procedures

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Highly organized and self-motivated

• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Proven initiative in integrating creativity and innovation in all work tasks

• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable provincial and federal environmental regulations and guidelines

• Comfortable working on multiple projects concurrently, sometimes reporting to different individuals

• Experience using environmental field equipment, GIS-related mobile data collection, and reporting software

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure and within short timelines

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

• Willing and able to travel and periodically work extended hours, including evenings and weekends

• Readiness to support other service areas depending on interests and abilities (e.g., aquatics, hazardous building materials, air quality)

• Valid driver’s license

Education and Experience

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a similar discipline

A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience in conducting field programs for environmental site assessment and/or remediation projects

Prior experience in an engineering or consulting environment is an asset

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 | NB | Fredericton
Other Locations: Canada | NB | Saint John
Organization: BC-1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic Canada
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 12/10/2026 02:10:19
Req ID: 1006656

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