Geologist

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’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents to work on some of the most challenging projects that are critical to our clients. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a Mid-Level Geologist or Environmental Engineer (3 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). Qualifications - External 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 3-10 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. 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 our growing global firm of over 30,000 professionals and redefine your personal best. Primary Location: United States | NE | Omaha Organization: 2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West-Overland Park KS Employee Status: Regular Business Justification: New Position Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 26/03/2026 02:03:30 Req ID: 1005063 #additional 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. 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