Environmental Scientist, Field & GIS Specialist

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 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.