Field Ecologist

Overview Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We 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 Stantec is looking for a driven Field Ecologist to conduct impactful work across Florida and the Gulf region. Join a team providing permitting strategy, environmental assessment and application preparation, and technical support for projects that require municipal, provincial/state, and federal environmental approvals. Our team members are involved in a variety of projects that may include wetland delineations and Clean Water Act permitting, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments and species presence/absence surveys, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) assessment, stream assessments and sampling, habitat restoration, and complex planning and permitting for a variety of industries including renewable energy, transportation, power, government, and development. As a Field Ecologist, 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/weeks in the field and away from home. Key Responsibilities & Qualifications Wetland and stream delineation and assessment; Vegetation inventories/monitoring; Wildlife surveys and habitat assessments; Aquatic assessments (lake and stream); Background data reviews; Environmental permit applications; Endangered resource record reviews; GPS data collection and mapping support; 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. An interest in ecosystems, natural resource conservation, 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. Ideal candidate will be located in Tampa, Florida. The ideal candidate will have at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in an environmental discipline (biology, ecology, natural resources, soil science or related natural resources field) with demonstrated experience with biological surveys in the region. Experience of 2 or more years in environmental consulting or regulatory role, conducting surveys or inspections, and writing environmental reports. Must be comfortable with computers and GPS based equipment. Technical writing skills are necessary for this position. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr