Environmental Scientist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. seeks an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Services team in Buffalo, NY.

The role involves wetland delineations, field surveys, and preparing environmental reports while supporting NYSDEC/USACE permitting and SEQR compliance. The position requires 3–5 years of environmental field experience, willingness to travel across NY and neighboring states, and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 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 Corps manuals and regional supplements in NYS is desired

Responsibilities

• Wetland delineations and field surveys across large and small scales
• Environmental inspections to verify permit compliance
• Support NYSDEC/USACE permit applications and SEQR compliance
• Summarize, organize, and present environmental field data
• Prepare reports on environmental regulatory compliance and impact analysis
• Travel throughout NY, Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states as needed
• Coordinate fieldwork tasks, data collection, and communications with management and clients
• Support investigation, monitoring and remediation at commercial/industrial facilities

Skills

Wetland delineation

Field surveys

Environmental permitting

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in environmental discipline

Tools

GIS

MS Office

GPS

MS4 knowledge

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.

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.

Pay Range:

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$58,500.00 - $84,800.00 Annually
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$73,700.00 - $106,800.00 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

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.

Primary Location: United States | NY | New York
Other Locations: United States | NY | Buffalo
Organization: BC-1956 EnvSvcs-US East Northeast
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time