Environmental Scientist (Technician)

Stantec•Houston, TX

18d

About The Position

Stantec’s Gulf Coast environmental services group is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support environmental field surveys, reporting, and permitting for clients in renewable energy, electric transmission, pipeline, transportation, and other sectors. The role assists environmental professionals with environmental impact analysis; wetland, stream, and vegetation assessments and monitoring; and endangered species surveys in Texas and across the Gulf Coast. The position works in a dynamic team alongside biologists, ecologists, water resource specialists, restoration engineers, NEPA specialists, environmental planners, and regulatory experts. It includes both field and office work and may involve extensive travel, including several days or weeks away from home. Field work may take place in remote areas, involve overnight travel and extended outings, and expose the employee to inclement weather.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree at minimum in an environmental discipline, such as biology, ecology, natural resources, soil science, or a related natural resources field.
Demonstrated experience with biological surveys in the region.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing skills.
Exceptional MS Office skills, strong note-taking skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently as required.
Working understanding of HSSE policies and procedures, including client-specific training as required.
Willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work.
Conscientious, organized, and disciplined approach to work.
Ability to build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within the technical team and Business Center.
Good driving record and valid driver’s license.
Willingness to travel and conduct field work in potentially remote areas for extended periods, up to 75% of the time, including overnight travel and extended field outings.
Must pass drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
Comfort using computers and Trimble handheld GPS units or similar GPS-based survey equipment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to or experience in environmental consulting and surveys.
Exposure to environmental reports.
Location in the Greater Houston, Texas area is ideal.

Responsibilities

Conduct wetland and stream delineations and assessments.
Conduct vegetation inventories and monitoring.
Conduct wildlife surveys and habitat assessments.
Conduct aquatic assessments of lakes and streams.
Review background data and endangered resource records.
Support environmental permit applications.
Collect GPS data and provide mapping support, including through ArcGIS Online mapping and data collection applications.
Record, enter, organize, manage, and analyze data.
Assist with and prepare portions of written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps for client and regulatory agency review.
Follow HSSE policies and procedures and consider personal and team safety while completing work.