Senior Wetland Scientist | Field & Compliance Lead

Stantec; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec in the United States seeks an ecologist to join a collaborative team focused on ecology and wetland sciences. The work includes wetland delineation, ecological assessments, and regulatory compliance for renewable energy, transmission, transportation, and private development projects.

The role requires experience leading wetland delineations in the Midwest and familiarity with Federal and State regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with plant, soil, and wetland identification and characterization in the region.
• Experience leading wetland delineations per US Army Corps of Engineers Manual and Regional Supplements.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations and characterization.
• Conduct botanical surveys and habitat mapping.
• Prepare wetland delineation and technical reports for clients/regulators.
• Support environmental permitting and compliance for federal/state requirements.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental assessments.
• Data management and analysis.
• Attend client/regulatory meetings and provide input.
• Possible wildlife surveys and ecological restoration tasks.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Botanical surveys

Regulatory compliance

Data management

Team player

Travel up to 75%

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Field Maps

Survey123

GIS

Job description

Stantec in the United States seeks an ecologist to join a collaborative team focused on ecology and wetland sciences. The work includes wetland delineation, ecological assessments, and regulatory compliance for renewable energy, transmission, transportation, and private development projects.

The role requires experience leading wetland delineations in the Midwest and familiarity with Federal and State regulations.