Geologist - Scientist - Engineer
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Our passion for our communities and the environment drives our work. We’re a place to apply your expertise and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. We know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency, all while effectively and efficiently getting the job done – the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking a staff level environmental geologist/scientist/engineer to join our team of environmental professionals. The position will support environmental site investigation and remediation projects across the Midwest. Primary responsibilities will be performing Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments, facility investigations, multimedia sampling, data evaluation, remediation operation monitoring and maintenance, remediation performance evaluation, risk evaluation, and some task management and field coordination activities.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Competent field work execution including drilling oversight, remediation activities oversight, excavation oversight, and documentation of field/data collection activities
- Proficient in conducting multi-media sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and soil gas) and air monitoring
- Oversee advancement of soil borings, installation of groundwater monitoring wells, and well development
- Prepare soil boring and well construction logs
- Technical aptitude to interpret laboratory analytical results, complete data analysis, Tier 1 risk assessments, develop figures with GIS staff, and coordination with database personnel.
- Some task coordination for environmental assessment and remediation activities including subcontractor safety prequalification process and logistics with laboratories, equipment vendors, and subcontractors
- Performance of other duties as assigned
- Travel will be required for leading investigation and remediation activities in the field.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- 40-hour OSHA Hazwoper and Supervisor Training
- Strong commitment to safe work operations for self and others
- Direct experience including environmental site assessment, remediation, environmental monitoring/sampling, waste management and due diligence (RCRA experience a plus)
- Comfortable working independently with guidance, as needed
- Ability to recognize and adapt to changing conditions and priorities
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Self-starter with a can do attitude
- Team player
- Technical writing ability
- Strong organizational and communications skills
- Technical aptitude. Computer skills are a must. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass drug test, alcohol test, background check, physical, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy
Your Education and Experience
- A BS/MS Degree in Geology/ Environmental Science/Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience
Must be a strong advocate for company and client’s health and safety programs.
This is a growth-oriented position on a task management and professional licensure track.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.