Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist

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.

Stantec is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support our Great Lakes Regional environmental remediation team based out of the Twin Cities in Minnesota (Plymouth, Minneapolis, or Woodbury). This position provides support and technical expertise related to soil, groundwater, and soil vapor assessment associated with due diligence, investigation, and remediation projects across multiple industries. The ideal candidate will have a background in geology and/or hydrogeology, strong problem-solving and communication skills, experience in environmental remediation and due diligence, and the ability to coordinate tasks and manage project activities. A current OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certificate is required. Minnesota asbestos inspection and supervisor training credentials are preferred, but not required.

Projects include environmental due diligence for real estate transactions and redevelopment, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), remedial investigations and remediation for soil, groundwater, soil vapor, asbestos and hazardous materials assessments, various environmental compliance and permitting projects, grant program assistance, environmental cleanup, and proposal development activities. This position requires effective communication and networking skills to promote internal opportunities for professional development and support external client and project needs.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with environmental due diligence projects, including Phase I and II ESAs and soil, groundwater, and soil vapor investigations.
• Assist with scoping and scheduling field investigations.
• Provide technical input and review for projects and reports.
• Manage data, QA/QC, interpretation, and evaluation/comparison to applicable State environmental regulatory standards.
• Collect and interpret data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Compile, evaluate, analyze, and present/report subsurface investigation data.
• Prepare technical correspondence, technical reports, work plans, investigation and cleanup grant applications, and project specifications including cost estimates and budgets.
• General understanding of engineering plans and specifications.
• Plan, review, and communicate the project health and safety plan so that project personnel, client, and subcontractors are aware of risks and hazards, and incidents are prevented.
• Coordinate and support subcontractors, including health and safety management and general oversight.
• Support fieldwork, site visits, including local travel, and some regional/national travel, when necessary. Regional and national travel may include 20-30% on an as-needed, project by project basis.
• Network and market your skills internally and externally to promote organic growth of projects and clients.
• Support and mentor team members

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• An understanding of the fundamental principles of geology and surficial geology of the Midwest region.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with both clients and project team members.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to travel regionally and locally as required for proposal and project needs.
• Ability to pass a background security check.
• Valid US driver's license and good driving record.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering or other related scientific field is required.
• Current 40-Hr HAZWOPER training required.
• Position will be a mix of office, field work and field site visits. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Extended hours and schedules may be necessary to fit project demands.

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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Pay Range: Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$50,600.00 - $70,800.00 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.

Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis

Other Locations: United States | MN | Plymouth

Organization: 2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West-Minneapolis MN

Employee Status: Regular

Management Level: Entry Level

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 28/09/2026 03:09:14

Req ID: 1007971

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.