Senior Wetland Scientist – Field Ecology & Delineation Lead

Stantec; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced professional to lead wetland delineations in the Midwest. The role involves ecological assessments, regulatory compliance, and collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams in various projects, including renewable energy and transportation.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor of Science with 3–5 years in wetlands, familiarity with US Army Corps guidelines, and willingness to travel regionally up to 75% for fieldwork and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred: Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification or state-specific licensure.
• Experience leading wetland delineations per US Army Corps of Engineers guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations and regulatory compliance tasks.
• Conduct botanical surveys, habitat mapping, and endangered species assessments.
• Prepare wetland delineation reports for clients and regulators.
• Support federal/state permitting and compliance requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary environmental assessments and data analyses.
• Attend client/regulatory meetings and provide input.
• Possibly conduct wildlife surveys and ecological restoration tasks.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Regulatory compliance

Data management

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification

Tools

Field Maps

Survey123

Job description

Stantec is seeking an experienced professional to lead wetland delineations in the Midwest. The role involves ecological assessments, regulatory compliance, and collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams in various projects, including renewable energy and transportation.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor of Science with 3–5 years in wetlands, familiarity with US Army Corps guidelines, and willingness to travel regionally up to 75% for fieldwork and client meetings.