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About the Role

Stantec is seeking a qualified, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial Senior Environmental Scientist to provide leadership in biological field surveys, report preparation, and environmental regulatory and project permitting efforts. Within two years, this role will involve project management, staff leadership, and business development support. The position is ideal for a proven deputy project management professional seeking career expansion in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with the NEPA planning process and oversee all aspects of a project, including client contact, budget control and invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, technical approach, and subcontractor involvement.
Manage and lead field teams during wetland delineation, listed species habitat and flora/fauna presence/absence surveys.
Coordinate regulatory/resource agencies and local governments.
Manage technical studies and ecological resource teams with assessments and various natural resource surveys.
Assist with the preparation of NEPA documentation including environmental impact statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Categorical Exclusions (CEs).
Provide quality assurance and quality control for all final products to ensure technical accurateness and regulatory compliance.
Assist with current client relationships and development of new ones.
Maintain a high professional profile externally through membership in professional organizations, continually increasing client contact base.
Participate in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards, and Guidelines in the execution of all work.
Provide technical direction and mentoring to developing staff.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of technical environmental impact analysis methods and sound knowledge of NEPA requirements and related environmental regulations (Section 401, 402, and 404 of the Clean Water Act).
Solid knowledge of environmental compliance requirements as they relate to public and private infrastructure (transportation, renewable energy, and oil/gas/energy) projects.
Working knowledge of agencies including BIA, BLM, USACE, USFWS, State DNR/DEP/DEQ/DOT, FERC, FHWA, FAA.
Demonstrated skill and commitment to QA/QC practices.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with experience presenting at public hearings and facilitating meetings with regulatory/resource agencies.
Demonstrated experience or willingness to manage multiple planning projects and ability to motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
Demonstrated ability in collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates.
Demonstrated leadership in striving to continuously improve technical performance.
Requires flexibility to travel as needed for project and fieldwork.
Must have a good driving record and a valid driver’s license.

Location

Arkansas
Oklahoma
Louisiana

Work Type

Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

Senior
5-10 years of experience in environmental planning, assessment, and permitting

Education Level

B.S. Degree in Natural Resources, Planning, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related discipline from an accredited university required.
Master’s Degree in pertinent field preferred.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave

About the Company

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting.
The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.
We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth.
We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise.
Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Equal Opportunity

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.