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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
As a Civil / Environmental Engineer you will work with close guidance and supervision on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a senior engineer/designer, you will participate in the evaluation, recommendation, and specification of engineering principles to select the best plan involving the collaboration with multiple stakeholders and expertise within the company. You will assist in verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards/practices.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Works with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/ designer.
• Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer.
• Assists with basic engineering duties on projects of various complexity.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
• Assist in stormwater master planning at a basin or watershed scale.
• Assist in floodplain evaluations, including modeling and permit support.
• Support power sector projects including existing infrastructure maintenance and new infrastructure design.
• Assist in the design and analysis of stormwater management facilities.
• Provide field support for water quality studies, watershed walkovers, stream assessments, and other projects.
• Assist in civil site design and planning efforts.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by management.

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Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge of civil and environmental engineering concepts and techniques.
• Willingness to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Positive attitude and desire to learn, grow, and succeed.
• Knowledge of stormwater planning and engineering.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and hydrology analysis and modeling.
• Knowledge of gradually varied flow calculations and modeling.
• Knowledge of GIS mapping / analysis and AutoCAD drafting / standards.
• Technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to help with schematic, conceptual, and final designs and construction plan preparation.
• Ability to use hydrology and hydraulics software (e.g. HEC-RAS, SWMM, and/or Pond Pack) and Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to perform moderate field work and walk 2-4 miles per day in rough terrain.
• Ability to work in the field for long hours in all weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner, both in writing and in person, with clients, employees and visitors.
• Ability to prepare reports and conduct studies.
• Must have a good driving record and valid driver's license.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Civil, Water Resources, Biological Systems, Environmental Engineering, or other similar degree is required. Minimum of 0-2 years of experience. Co-op/Internship experience preferred.

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:
• Various Locations in ME, VA-$36,200.00 - $48,900.00 Annually
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$45,500.00 - $63,700.00 Annually
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 | VA | Richmond
Other Locations: United States | NC | Charlotte
Organization: BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 31/07/2026 04:07:07
Req ID: 1007018
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.