Environmental Geologist / Engineer

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Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Mid-Level Geologist or Environmental Engineer (5 to 10 years experience) for a remote position preferably in the Omaha or Lincoln, NE area. Alternately, the applicant may elect to work out of our Des Moines or Kansas City offices. You will work closely with guidance and supervision of local Professional Geologists, Engineers and Planners as a team member on complex projects located throughout the Midwest. Previous experience working on environmental remediation or brownfield projects in Nebraska or elsewhere in EPA Region 7 is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate is a mature and self-motivated individual who can work independently and take initiative to solve problems.

Your Key Responsibilities

Assist with planning and execution of projects with other disciplines or professions under the direction of a senior engineer / designer and the greater Stantec brownfields and remediation teams in the Midwest and across North America.

Develop and implement work plans and budgets for soil and ground water investigations, remediation and environmental compliance projects, reviews data and evaluates against environmental standards, writes technical correspondence and reports, and develop recommendations.

Depending on the role, perform or directs field work, including soil or groundwater sampling, or remediation, construction or demolition oversight.

Perform other duties as assigned by the senior geological or engineering staff.

Assist with drilling or onsite construction observation, contractor coordination, and daily reports.

Depending on the role, complete geological logs and cross-sections, figures or site plan preparation, and as-built survey review.

Liaise between clients, contractors, regulatory officials and third parties on site.

Working understanding of policies and procedures for Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE), including client-specific training (as required).

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience preparing environmental and engineering documents, depending on your role.

Experience preparing work plans and reports for site assessment and investigation activities.

Understanding of strategies for addressing risks associated with contamination and remediation technologies used to clean-up soil, soil gas, and groundwater.

Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions.

Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.

Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

Communicate in a professional and positive manner, both in writing and in person, with clients, employees, visitors, and the public at large.

Ability to travel, including overnight travel, and possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Education and Experience

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in geology, geological engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related field.

Minimum of 5-10 years of experience.

Preferred :

Master’s degree in geology, geological engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related field.

Licensure as a professional geologist or engineer.

Obtained and maintains OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.

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.

About Stantec

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.

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Pay Transparency : 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.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a 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 and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location : United States | IA | Des Moines

Organization : 2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West-Des Moines IA

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 25 / 06 / 2025 01 : 06 : 58

Req ID : 1001280

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