Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist

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.

Your Opportunity

The Project Geologist position allows for significant career growth and the potential for the right person to rapidly advance into project management. Essential to the position are a working knowledge and familiarity with rules related to contaminated site cleanup in northern New England states (e.g. New Hampshire Contaminated Site Management rules (Env-Or 600), Vermont Investigation and Remediation of Contaminated Properties Rule (I-Rule), Maine Remedial Action Guidelines (RAGs), etc.). Possession of New Hampshire Professional Geologist (PG) credentials is a plus. If not already a PG, the candidate should plan to work toward these credentials. The candidate will work on a variety of site investigation and remediation projects, landfill monitoring projects, transportation / development projects with environmental concerns, Brownfields projects, due diligence assessments in New England and the eastern US.

Your Key Responsibilities

Regulatory proficiency to provide technical support on environmental site investigations and remediation projects.

Staff training

Managing field work including soil and groundwater sampling, well installation oversight and coordination

Preparation of Phase I / II Environmental Site Assessments

Preparation and submittal of regular monitoring reports, remedial action plans, and various regulatory program permit applications

Providing on-site support at client facilities

Compiling and interpreting analytical data

Coordinating and communicating effectively with staff, clients, subcontractors, and regulators.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with New Hampshire, Maine, and / or Vermont regulations.

Possession of, or on track for, a New Hampshire PG certification.

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER.

Ability to work independently, with a team, and lead a field team.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and willingness to travel occasionally.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science is required

8+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience in Northern New England

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. #StayInquisitive

Pay Range :

• Locations in VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 70,900.00 - Max Salary $ 102,900.00

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 | NH | Auburn

Organization : BC-1956 EnvSvcs-US East Northeast

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 16 / 06 / 2025 03 : 06 : 06

Req ID : REQ250000LI

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