Senior Environmental Planner

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Saskatoon is looking for a Senior Environmental Planner to join the Assessment and Permitting team. Responsibilities include leading project teams, managing environmental licensing processes, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and a minimum of 12 years of experience, particularly within the mining sector. The role offers flexible work solutions and opportunities for impactful environmental work.

Qualifications

• Direct experience leading or supporting projects in western Canada or related regions.
• Strong understanding of environmental assessment processes and permitting requirements.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the mining sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the approval and permitting process for mining projects.
• Prepare and review environmental assessments and regulatory applications.
• Mentor junior staff and support Health, Safety and Environment procedures.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to coach and mentor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, Environmental Studies or relevant Engineering field

Master’s degree (or in progress)

Eligibility to obtain a relevant professional designation

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Prairies and Territories Environmental Services group is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to work with our Assessment and Permitting team. This role supports environmental review and licensing, an increasingly critical component of development projects across Canada and globally.

We are looking for a motivated, collaborative team player who is passionate about making a positive impact on the environment.

Flexible work solutions and hybrid work situations are offered. This role can be based in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Yellowknife or Winnipeg offices, with Saskatoon as the preferred location.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Act as an internal subject matter expert on regulatory requirements related to the approval and construction of mining projects within western Canada, Northwest Territories and Nunavut
• Lead a project team of discipline experts
• Drive project delivery with a key focus on efficient execution, project controls, and safety
• Use sound judgement to solve and manage risks associated with project support activities
• Work in a collaborative team of technical environmental specialists to lead the approval and permitting process
• Lead proposals, pre‑qualifications, and relationship building with existing and prospective clients
• Prepare and review environmental assessments, regulatory applications and technical submissions
• Communicate and collaborate with other environmental and regulatory specialists to ensure consistency in project execution
• Support the development and mentorship of junior and intermediate staff
• Participate in team and independent based work
• Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all project phases

Your Capabilities and Experience

• Direct experience leading or supporting projects in western Canada, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, or Yukon
• Strong understanding of provincial, territory and federal regulations, environmental assessment processes, permitting requirements and construction planning needs
• Experience in, or a solid understanding of, the consulting industry in a multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with initiative, professionalism and confidentiality, multi‑task and adapt to change in a very dynamic environment
• Demonstrated effective writing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven problem‑solving skills and innovative thinking
• Committed to providing quality deliverables in a timely manner
• Ability and desire to coach and mentor less experienced staff
• Leadership experience and commitment to Stantec values including inclusion and diversity

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in the Sciences, Environmental Studies or relevant Engineering field.

A Master’s degree (or master’s degree in progress) is an asset.

Preferred but not necessary, holding or eligibility to obtain a relevant professional designation (e.g., P.Bio, R.P.F., P.Ag, EP, P.Eng).

A minimum of 12 years of environmental and regulatory related experience in the mining sector.

Previous consulting experience preferred.

A valid driver’s license.

This role is a typical office environment, working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work and/or site visits 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.

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 | SK | Saskatoon
Organization: BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 28/04/2026 02:04:06
Req ID: 1005522