Senior Paleontologist & Project Lead – Field Mitigation

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,600 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Senior Paleontologist in California to manage projects and oversee field teams. Responsibilities include preparing technical reports, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess advanced academic qualifications in paleontology and at least seven years of relevant experience, demonstrating leadership and organizational skills. This role offers a blend of office and field work, contributing to impactful paleontological initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with paleontological resource mitigation procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Field experience in sedimentary geology and paleontology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review paleontological technical reports and impact mitigation plans.
• Manage projects from kickoff to completion.
• Supervise and train field crews in data collection.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Paleontology or Sedimentary Geology

Job description

A leading consulting firm seeks a Senior Paleontologist in California to manage projects and oversee field teams. Responsibilities include preparing technical reports, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess advanced academic qualifications in paleontology and at least seven years of relevant experience, demonstrating leadership and organizational skills. This role offers a blend of office and field work, contributing to impactful paleontological initiatives.