Entry-level Geologist/Environmental Scientist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. seeks an environmental field professional to support assessment and remediation tasks at refinery and industrial sites. You will conduct fieldwork, collect samples, supervise drilling, and help prepare technical reports.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and coordination with multiple offices. Ideal candidates have a BS in Geology or Environmental Science, 0–3 years’ experience, and a willingness to travel and work outdoors in diverse conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 0–3 years of environmental assessment/remediation experience.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and 8-hour refresher desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental field work at commercial/industrial facilities.
• Collect samples of soil, sediment, water, and air; oversee drilling and wells.
• Prepare site maps, logs, diagrams, and cross sections; analyze data.
• Complete health & safety training and follow policies; work with multiple staff.
• Travel may be required; field work outdoors in varying conditions.

Skills

Outdoor field work

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

BS in Geology/Environmental Science

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

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

You will perform environmental assessment and remediation tasks to support environmental investigation and remediation projects at sites with contamination by petroleum fuels and metals. You have the opportunity to join a dynamic team working on large, technically engaging, and impactful projects located at active and inactive petroleum refining and storage facilities and other industrial facilities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document environmental field work primarily at commercial/industrial facilities. Duties for this position will be associated primarily with current/former refineries and petroleum processing/storage facilities.

• Conduct field work that includes, but is not limited to collecting samples of soil, sediment, water, and air; overseeing drilling of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells; performing hydraulic conductivity tests; excavation monitoring; use of instrumentation; overseeing subcontractors; and coordinating complex field tasks with multiple staff and subcontractors.

• Prepare site maps, soil boring logs, well construction diagrams, geologic cross sections, potentiometric surface maps and possibly groundwater flow models.

• Analyze field data and assist in preparation of technical reports.

• Complete applicable company and client-required health & safety training (including OSHA-required training) and follow health & safety policies and procedures.

• Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to complete assignments.

• This position is within a larger environmental services team and will likely require providing support to multiple Stantec offices.

• Travel may be required. Work hours may be irregular and include overnight and weekend work shifts occasionally.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Be willing to learn new skills for conducting field work, to work independently outdoors for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.

• Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.

• Be conscientious, detail-oriented, and disciplined.

• Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.

• Manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously and track priorities.

• Be proud to take ownership of work, exhibit a problem-solving mindset, and approach tasks with curiosity.

• Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.).

• Pre-employment physical is required.

• Good driving record and valid driver's license are required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field required.

• 0 to 3 years of experience conducting environmental assessment and remediation work.

• 40-hour HAZWOPER (OSHA Hazardous Worker) certification and current 8-hour refresher certification are desired, but not required.

Other Considerations

• Transportation Worker Identify Credential (TWIC Card) is required for access to jobsites and candidates must meet Federal TSA background check criteria and be able to obtain a TWIC Card.

• The position will involve field work (outdoors) and the work will include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

• Workdays may be 12+ hours long and work hours may be irregular and include overnight shifts and weekends.

• Field work may require use of a respirator and protective clothing depending on job-site conditions.

• Ability to lift and move items and equipment throughout the workday weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and traverse uneven surfaces in rough terrain.

• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and kneel throughout the workday.

• Ability to climb up and down a ladder.

Typical office environment tasks will also be part of the work, including working with computers and working at a desk for a long periods of time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or 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. #StayInquisitive

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$55,700.00 - $77,900.00 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) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, 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 family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

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: United States | PA | West Chester
Other Locations: United States | NJ | Mount Laurel
Organization: BC-1956 EnvSvcs-US East Northeast
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.