Project Geologist / Scientist

Community is 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 practices are looking for an experienced Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer to join us. Our team is growing, and we have a need for a project manager with at least 8 years of relevant experience in the environmental field and a strong interest in environmental assessment and remediation. This team will be primarily focused on project management and technical report writing for complex assessment and remediation projects. Well-qualified candidates will have experience / familiarity in implementing and managing environmental site investigations and remediation projects. Strong writing and communication skills are critical, as is an understanding of effective project management concepts and approaches. This position will be mainly office-based in Indiana but includes project opportunities in other Great Lakes states.

Your Key Responsibilities

Manage environmental assessment, cleanup, and remediation projects with attention to safety, quality, detail, budget, and deadlines

Oversee staff completing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, projects providing guidance on scope, schedule, and budget, and providing senior review of deliverables.

Review draft and final reports, design drawings and computations prepared by environmental specialists, staff scientists and technicians for completeness and accuracy prior to every submittal.

Development of conceptual site models

Prepare proposals and other marketing materials

Scoping and scheduling field investigations

Writing and reviewing technical work plans, reports, and health and safety plans

Field support including but not limited to : - Work planning, scheduling, health and safety planning

Preparing and following written work plans and Health and Safety Plans

Supervising junior staff on projects.

Environmental sampling including soil, groundwater, soil gas, and indoor air

Overseeing field contractors (drillers, etc.) and field staff

Collecting and recording field observations and field measurement

Managing sampling documents and coordinating with laboratories

Overseeing environmental cleanup activities

Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new environmental analyses, oral and writing skills to environmental specialists and staff scientists.

Stay current with environmental procedures, statutes, rules, guidance and policies.

Directing communications with clients and regulators.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

8-12 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental remediation, and project management

Self-starting, team-oriented problem solver

Strong research, analysis, and writing skills

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Good driving record and valid driver's license required

Education and Experience

At least eight years 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.

Experience managing federal or state funded brownfield / redevelopment projects desired. Professional licensure required (i.e. PG or PE).

Majority of time spent in office environment with prolonged sitting and computer work, or combination of office and field. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

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.

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Primary Location : United States | IN | Indianapolis

Organization : 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Indianapolis IN

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : No

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 01 / 08 / 2025 05 : 08 : 10

Req ID : 1001756

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