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Stantec’s gulf coast environmental services group is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Ecologist/Biologist to participate in environmental field surveys and reporting support for our public and private clients in the ecosystem restoration and assessment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, electric transmission and other business sectors. The selected candidate will assist our team of environmental professionals on environmental construction monitoring, impact analysis, wetland, stream, and vegetation assessments/monitoring, and endangered species surveys in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and across the gulf coast.

As an Environmental Scientist/Ecologist/Biologist, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, ecosystem restoration engineers, NEPA specialists, environmental planners, and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve extensive travel and several days in the field and away from home.

• Vegetation inventories/monitoring;

• Renewable energy construction monitoring;

• GPS data collection and mapping support;

• ArcGIS online mapping and data collection applications;

• Record, enter, organize, manage, and analyze data; and

• Assist with and prepare portions of written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps for client and regulatory agency review;

• Wildlife surveys and habitat assessments;

• Endangered resource record reviews;

• Aquatic assessments (lake and stream);

• Coastal and marine assessment (marshes, oyster reefs, seagrasses and estuarine systems)

• Wetland and stream delineation and assessment;

• Background data reviews;

• Environmental permit applications (state, federal and local permits).

• An interest in ecosystems, natural resource conservation/restoration, and the outdoors is essential.

• The ability to solve problems using critical thinking and to complete tasks with consideration to their own and the team's safety is important.

• A positive attitude in all working conditions is key.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional MS Office skills.

• Strong note-taking skills and attention to detail.

• Experienced at working well in a team atmosphere and independently as required.

• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required).

• Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work.

• Conscientious, organized, and disciplined.

• Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center.

• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.

• Willingness to travel and conduct field work in potentially remote areas for extended periods (up to 75% of the time) including overnight travel is expected for this position. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

• Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Must be comfortable with computers and Trimble hand-held GPS units or other similar GPS based survey equipment. Technical writing skills are necessary for this position.

• The ideal candidate will have at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in an environmental discipline (biology, ecology, natural resources, rangeland ecology, soil science or related natural resources field).

• 2-5 years of experience with ecological and/or biological surveys in the region and leading field teams in natural resource inventories and surveys is desired.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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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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.

Primary Location: United States | GA | Alpharetta
Other Locations: United States | GA
Organization: BC-1726 EnvSvcs-US Gulf East
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time

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