Lead Wetland Scientist

Overview 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 around the globe 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 Join a collaborative team focused on ecology and wetland sciences. Work includes wetland delineation, ecological assessments, and regulatory compliance for diverse projects (renewable energy, transmission, transportation, private development). Your Key Responsibilities Wetland and water resource delineation and characterization. Botanical surveys, habitat mapping, endangered species assessments. Prepare wetland delineation and technical reports for clients/regulators. Support environmental permitting and compliance for federal/state requirements. Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental assessments. Data management and analysis. Attend client/regulatory meetings and provide input. Possible wildlife surveys and ecological restoration tasks. Your Capabilities and Credentials Army Corps of Engineers Basic Delineation Training, or approved equivalent. Ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet shifting needs. Ability to manage risks and safety appropriately, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers. Ability to work well under pressure, and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment. Work well with others and keep other team members aware of project and client needs. Able and willing to travel regionally with overnight stays as needed. Good driving record and valid driver’s license required. Education and Experience Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience with plant, soil, and wetland identification and characterization in the region. Experience in leading wetland delineations according to US Army Corps of Engineers Manual and the corresponding Regional Supplements. Preference will be given to those who have experience completing state specific wetland function and value and stream assessments. Preferred qualifications for this position include Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification, or a state-specific certification or licensure related to wetland science. Willingness to travel (up to 75%) and the ability to work in the field for long hours in adverse weather conditions. Mapping and data collection applications (Field Maps and Survey123). Pay Range Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - $73,000.00 - $105,900.00 Annually Organization Primary Location: United States | WI | Mequon Organization: 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Columbus OH Employee Status: Regular Business Justification: New Position Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 30/01/2026 05:01:11 Req ID: 1004029 EEO Statement 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.... #J-18808-Ljbffr Stantec Consulting International Ltd.