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 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 Skills Team player with exceptional oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and note-taking abilities. Army Corps of Engineers Basic Delineation Training, or approved equivalent. Ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to meet shifting needs. Ability to manage risks and safety, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers. Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and balance workloads in a mobile and changing environment. Collaborate with others and keep 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 given to those with experience completing state-specific wetland function and value and stream assessments. Preferred qualifications include Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification, or a state-specific certification or licensure related to wetland science. Willingness to travel (up to 75%) and 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, and various CA, NY areas: $73,000.00 - $105,900.00 annually. 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 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. End of description. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stantec