Senior Environmental Scientist/Geologist

Stantec; Vermont; On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting company seeks a Senior Environmental Scientist/Geologist to support site investigations and remediation in Northern New England. The role offers significant career growth with responsibilities in regulatory compliance, project management, and fieldwork coordination. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and a strong understanding of state regulations, with 8+ years of experience in environmental consultancy.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience in Northern New England.
• Experience with New Hampshire, Maine, and/or Vermont regulations.
• Possession of, or on track for, a New Hampshire PG certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on site investigations and remediation.
• Manage fieldwork including sampling and oversight.
• Prepare monitoring reports and regulatory permit applications.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Regulatory proficiency

Ability to work independently

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER

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Your Opportunity

The Project Geologist position allows for significant career growth and the potential for the right person to rapidly advance into project management. Essential to the position are a working knowledge and familiarity with rules related to contaminated site cleanup in northern New England states (e.g. New Hampshire Contaminated Site Management rules (Env-Or 600), Vermont Investigation and Remediation of Contaminated Properties Rule (I-Rule), Maine Remedial Action Guidelines (RAGs), etc.). Possession of New Hampshire Professional Geologist (PG) credentials is a plus. If not already a PG, the candidate should plan to work toward these credentials. The candidate will work on a variety of site investigation and remediation projects, landfill monitoring projects, transportation/development projects with environmental concerns, Brownfields projects, due diligence assessments in New England and the eastern US.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory proficiency to provide technical support on environmental site investigations and remediation projects.
• Staff training
• Managing field work including soil and groundwater sampling, well installation oversight and coordination
• Preparation of Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments
• Preparation and submittal of regular monitoring reports, remedial action plans, and various regulatory program permit applications
• Providing on-site support at client facilities
• Compiling and interpreting analytical data
• Coordinating and communicating effectively with staff, clients, subcontractors, and regulators.
  
  

Your Capabilities And Credentials

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with New Hampshire, Maine, and/or Vermont regulations.
• Possession of, or on track for, a New Hampshire PG certification.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER.
• Ability to work independently, with a team, and lead a field team.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and willingness to travel occasionally.
  
  

Education And Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science is required
• 8+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience in Northern New England
  
  

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. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Salary Range(s)

• Locations in VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 70,900.00 - Max Salary $ 102,900.00
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: United States | NH | Auburn

Organization: BC-1956 EnvSvcs-US East Northeast

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 03:06:06

Req ID: REQ250000LI

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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