Regulatory Specialist

Stantec; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec in Richmond, VA is seeking Regulatory Specialists to provide technical support on permitting and approvals within a large multi-year project. You will join our Environmental Services team, collaborating with public agencies and clients to navigate regulatory requirements and deliver compliant outcomes.

The role emphasizes desktop reviews, drafting memos, preparing submittals, and coordinating crossing permitting, with strong writing and MS Office skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• 0-3 years of experience preferred; strong regulatory review background desirable.
• Strong written communication and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete desktop reviews of projects to determine environmental constraints.
• Draft summary memorandum detailing the results of the desktop review.
• Develop submittals for agency required permitting tasks.
• Coordinate permitting for railroad and utility crossings.

Skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Technical writing

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

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.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently seeking Regulatory Specialists to provide technical support on a variety of tasks within a large multi-year project. This position will be part of Stantec’s Environmental Services team that provides the full range of expertise needed to address a variety of permitting and approval requirements. Our staff members have established excellent working relationships with public agencies throughout the mid-Atlantic, and our regulatory knowledge and scientific expertise allow us to help our clients develop the most effective approach to securing approvals.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Complete desktop reviews of projects to determine environmental constraints
• Draft summary memorandum detailing the results of the desktop review
• Develop submittals for agency required permitting tasks
• Coordinate permitting for railroad and utility crossings
• Communicate (written and orally) and collaborate with the project team to provide task updates and ensure consistency in project execution

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently and take initiative.
• Proficient with MS Office suite (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to learn and adapt to multiple tasks and processes quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent technical writing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Support and ensure implementation of Stantec’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field
• 0-3 Years Experience
• Strong background in regulatory review and permitting preferred

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or 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

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).

Primary Location:

United States | VA | Richmond

Organization:

BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic

Employee Status:

Regular

Business Justification:

New Position

Travel:

Yes

Schedule:

Full time

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.