Senior Water Quality Scientist

Your Capabilities and Credentials 

• Recognized expertise in aquatic ecology, ecotoxicology, water quality, and/or ecological risk assessment 
• Experience designing and conducting aquatic fate and effects studies for metals and other contaminants (e.g., hydrocarbons, dioxins, furans) 
• Experience designing water and sediment quality baseline studies to address potential project-related contaminant loading 
• Fluent understanding of water quality modeling, toxicity testing, ecological benchmarks, risk assessment, mixing zones, site-specific water quality objectives, and methods to model and assess risk to fish and aquatic biota to water and sediment quality guideline exceedances  
• Fluent understanding and application of Canadian and provincial water and sediment quality guidelines, legislation, and regulations 
• Experience preparing and providing senior technical support to environmental impact assessments and other provincial and federal regulatory applications 
• Experience providing expert testimony at public and regulatory hearings is an asset 
• Experience with aquatic environment effects monitoring study designs, data interpretation, and reporting 
• Established reputation as an industry leader through publication of technical papers and presentations at conferences 

Your Education and Experience 

A minimum Master’s level degree in one of the environmental sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, toxicology) or equivalent is required. A minimum of 15 years of experience, including relevant consulting experience. Professional registration is a requirement (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Ag., P.Geo. or P.Eng.). Proven experience in the mining industry in British Columbia and northern Canada is preferred. 

Our Work Environment 

Typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include urban, rural, and remote locations and exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Field work involves frequent use of fixed wing and helicopter access to study sites. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.  

Stantec has more than 40 offices across Canada and the work location for this position is flexible within British Columbia. However, the preference is for the successful person to work out of Stantec’s Burnaby office near Metrotown. A willingness to travel for project work and business development opportunities is required. 

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 a positive contribution to the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.