Lead Environmental Scientist, Wetland Delineation – Gulf

Stantec; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Vacation and paid holidays

401(k) plan and stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec, a global leader in sustainable engineering and environmental consulting, seeks an Environmental Scientist to lead regulatory and environmental assessment work across the Gulf region. You will support permitting strategy, NEPA analyses, and licensing with a focus on diverse energy projects, involvements with agencies and stakeholders.

The role involves coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring QA/QC and safety standards, and traveling up to 75% for fieldwork; a strong background in

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of environmental impact analysis methods including NEPA.
• Experience with public and private infrastructure projects.
• QA/QC discipline and collaborative problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor staff.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Support projects and client relationships across natural gas, LNG, solar, and energy-related ventures.
• Lead teams performing delineations, habitat characterizations, land use mapping, and related surveys.
• Assist with work plans, team assembly, task delegation, and timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain QA/QC and safety plans for projects.
• Provide mentorship to early career staff and potential supervision.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

NEPA knowledge

QA/QC practices

Project leadership

Team mentorship

Fieldwork coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in environmental science

Job description

Stantec, a global leader in sustainable engineering and environmental consulting, seeks an Environmental Scientist to lead regulatory and environmental assessment work across the Gulf region. You will support permitting strategy, NEPA analyses, and licensing with a focus on diverse energy projects, involvements with agencies and stakeholders.

The role involves coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring QA/QC and safety standards, and traveling up to 75% for fieldwork; a strong background in