Environmental Scientist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental services is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist to support compliance projects. The role involves audits, data collection, and site inspections. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a relevant degree. Opportunities for professional development and training are provided.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Family Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years’ experience in environmental consulting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in environmental compliance audits and assessments.
• Collect environmental monitoring samples and conduct site inspections.
• Prepare Health and Safety Plans for site visits.

Skills

Communication

Technical Writing

Multi-tasking

Willingness to Learn

Education

BA or BS Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Environmental Scientist - ( 250001UN )

Description

Stantec GS is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with expertise in the planning and implementation of encroachment control and mitigation efforts at military installations and associated operational equities throughout the United States. Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support.

Your Opportunity

Stantec GS is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist. Under the general supervision of an Environmental Compliance Program Manager or Environmental Compliance Specialist, you will collaborate on and provide support for environmental compliance projects. The successful candidate will participate in a wide variety of projects for both government and commercial clients. Typical project activities may include conducting environmental compliance audits, collecting data and assisting in development of environmental management plans or environmental planning documents, providing environmental site inspections, and collecting environmental monitoring samples. Must possess excellent communication skills, professional writing skills, and the ability to multi-task between several projects and priorities at one time. It is anticipated that you will travel at least 25% of the time.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting environmental compliance audits and assessments for both government and commercial clients.

• Assist in the collection and compilation of data, and preparation of reports and/or plans under the supervision of senior staff.

• Collect environmental monitoring samples or conduct site inspections under the supervision of senior staff.

• Assist project managers with project work, including but not limited to site inspections and audits, site characterization work, biological studies, environmental planning documents, and due diligence site visits and reports.

• Obtain professional licenses and certifications as required to perform the work. Stantec will pay for necessary training to obtain or maintain professional licenses and certifications.

• Prepare and implement Health and Safety Plans for site visits.

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with both clients and project team members.

• Strong technical writing skills.

• Willingness to learn new skills and conduct a wide variety of activities related to environmental consulting work.

• Ability to manage work from multiple projects and responsibilities concurrently and meet strict project deadlines.

• Ability to travel locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally as required for project needs.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, as well as a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

• The position necessitates physically being present at the company’s designated office location during regular business hours.

Education and Experience

• BA or BS Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or related field.

• 0 to 3 years’ experience.

Typical office environment includes 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.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees 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-Virginia-Charlottesville

Other Locations : United States-Virginia-Hampton

Organization : BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : May 8, 2025, 4:27:23 PM

Req ID: 250001UN

#additional

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, 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 local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans