Environmental Scientist

Stantec; Buffalo (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Services team in Buffalo, NY. You will participate in wetland delineations, field surveys, environmental permitting, and reporting, with opportunities to travel across NY and neighboring states.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of environmental/field experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with GIS and MS Office. The role emphasizes safety, planning, and cross-disciplinary collaboration within a global firm.

Qualifications

• Proven communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to spend long days on foot over uneven terrain in adverse weather.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with GIS is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetlands delineations and field surveys.
• Conduct environmental inspections and permitting support.
• Assist with SEQR/permit applications and environmental impact statements.
• Summarize and present environmental data; prepare reports.
• Travel across NY, Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states for fieldwork.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

GIS

Microsoft Office

Education

BS or MS in environmental discipline

Tools

GIS

GPS

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Stantec seeks an Environmental Scientist to join our growing Environmental Services team in Buffalo, NY. Successful environmental scientists at Stantec have opportunities for professional development, are often tasked with learning new skills, and work on a variety of interesting and challenging projects. Stantec has a small company feel that provides local services yet has offices worldwide and thus provides the opportunity for travel and expanding personal horizons.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Wetland Delineations and Field Surveys: Participating in both large- and small-scale wetland delineations, natural community mapping, rare, threatened, and endangered species surveys, function and value assessments, environmental permitting, post construction monitoring, and wetland mitigation/restoration
• Environmental Inspections: Conducting construction and post construction environmental inspection and monitoring to verify compliance with Stormwater and other environmental permit conditions
• Environmental Permitting/SEQR: Support preparation and development of NYSDEC/USACE Joint Permit Applications, including SEQR Compliance (Environmental Assessment Forms and Environmental Impact Statements); familiarity with NYSPSC Article VII, Part 102 and Article 10 preferred but not required
• Summarizing, organizing, presenting and/or analyzing environmental field data
• Preparation of a wide range of reports and involving environmental regulatory compliance and environmental impact analysis
• Regularly travel throughout NY, Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states. Travel to other areas may also be required.
• Work with multidisciplinary staff and be responsible for the safety and well-being of other field staff and perform tasks required for fieldwork such as workflow planning, scheduling, data collection and dissemination, reporting, and communication with project management, clients and regulators
• Support environmental investigation, monitoring and remediation work at commercial and industrial facilities located in urban, rural, or undeveloped locations. Field work may include, 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

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• The selected candidate is expected to have proven communication and leadership skills and an excellent “can do” attitude
• Candidates must have organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Candidates must be willing and able to spend long days on foot over uneven, remote terrain in inclement weather
• Selected candidates are expected to maintain a positive attitude, particularly in challenging environments and harsh weather conditions
• Mechanical skills, experience driving/navigating in remote locations, and previous experience with GPS and mobile technologies are desired
• Prior experience and proficiency with GIS is desired
• Must have a high attention to detail
• Skill in Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Skill in NYS SWPPP Permit compliance, including knowledge with MS4 is desired
• Effective technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Education and Experience

• BS or MS in an environmental discipline and knowledge of soils, vegetation, ecology and hydrology
• 3 to 5 years of environmental and/or field experience
• experience delineating wetlands according to the Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers and EPA Wetland Delineation Manual and the Regional Supplements in New York State is desired

Other Considerations

• Good driving record and valid driver's license are required
• Typical office environment tasks will also be part of the work, working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time
• Field work will include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Field workdays may be 12+ hours long
• Ability to lift and move items and equipment throughout the workday weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and traverse uneven surfaces in rough terrain
• Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel throughout the workday

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. #StayInquisitive

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.