Geologist/Environmental Engineer

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities too. 

We’re designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

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 worldwide and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s thriving Great Lakes Environmental Services and Brownfield Revitalization team is looking for a Geologist/Environmental Engineer to join us.  Our team is growing and we have a need for a Geologist/Environmental Engineer with at least 1 year of relevant experience in the environmental field and a strong interest in environmental assessment/cleanup, community revitalization, and Brownfield redevelopment. This team member will be primarily focused on due diligence and Brownfield revitalization work in Wisconsin but may assist with other out-of-state opportunities within our regional and/or national Environmental Services team.  Well-qualified candidates will have experience/familiarity with Wisconsin environmental regulations and implementing environmental due diligence, assessment, and remediation projects, especially as that relates to State and Federal grant funded projects.  Strong writing and communication skills are critical, as is an understanding of effective field procedures and protocols related to this work. This position is based in one of our Wisconsin offices (Mequon, Madison, Green Bay).   

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of Brownfield and/or property redevelopment projects both in the field and office.  Periodic travel/field work (some may be out-of-state) will be required for the purpose of leading field crews, performing environmental monitoring or site reconnaissance, or off-site meetings with clients, landowners, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Prepare project deliverables including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, Work Plans, Sampling and Analysis Plans, Site Investigation reports, and Remedial Action Planning documents, in whole or in part, depending on the size and complexity of the document 
• Participate in workplan preparation, including development of conceptual site models 
• Analysis and interpretation of environmental data
• Coordinate subcontractors (such as analytical laboratories, private utility locators, geophysical contractors environmental drillers, and excavation and disposal contractors) in addition to performing office assignments
• Assist with preparing grant applications to fund environmental projects for redevelopment

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Sound application of established practices, standards and regulatory guidelines
• Self-starting, team-oriented problem solver
• Strong research, analytical, and technical writing skills
• Proficient in policies and procedures related to health and safety and application of these policies and procedures as appropriate to their work
• Able to communicate technical information with clients, landowners, government regulators and agencies, as well as non-technical communication to the public
• Able to build strong relationships with key clients with respect to their technical area and the broader business objectives in their regions
• Able to build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships
• Able to effectively manage and lead tasks or projects both in the field and office
• Safe driving record and valid driver’s license required

Education and Experience

At least one year of experience in the environmental consulting field with an educational background that includes a Bachelor’s degree or higher in geology, environmental science, engineering, or related field.  Professional licensure (i.e. GIT or EIT) desired.  40-hour HAZWOPER certification 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.

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