Senior Environmental Engineer

Stantec•Chandler, AZ

18h

About The Position

Stantec is seeking dynamic and creative candidates to join our growing Site Assessment and Remediation Team as a Senior Environmental Engineer. The Senior Environmental Engineer will take a technical lead role and execute designs for mine closure projects. This person may be required to work on several projects at a time. We support clients in all phases of the mining life cycle, from exploration through post-closure. The Senior Environmental Engineer will join our team of mine closure specialists across our western regional offices. This position will require a passionate and organized individual who can interface and develop relationships with our mining clients; develop and lead teams; develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules; develop and lead site investigations and characterization; execute and review calculations; develop mine closure plans; and prepare expertly written reports. This individual will interact throughout the organization internally and externally with clients and members of business and professional organizations.

Requirements

Expertise in mine closure design.
Expertise in mine closure regulatory framework at State and Federal levels.
Understanding of acid rock drainage chemistry and treatment.
Experience in marketing and preparing proposals and presentations.
Ability to mentor junior to mid-level staff.
Strong technical report writing skills.
Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis.
Ability to manage time, be organized, and set priorities.
Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Be a driver of a positive work environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Minimum of an M.S. in Environmental Engineering or related field is preferred.
A minimum of 12 years of working experience in consulting or regulatory environment on mine closure projects.
Existing professional registration (PE).

Nice To Haves

Preference given to candidates with operational experience performing closure work at mines.

Responsibilities

Work with hydrogeologists, geochemists, and geotechnical, civil, and mining engineers, to develop mine closure plans.
Assist with the implementation, permitting, and management of federal and state mining projects
Develop mine water management approaches including water budgets, mine dewatering, waste material impoundments, and groundwater containment/mitigation.
Work with clients to deliver safe, responsible, and innovative solutions.
Attend meetings and interface with clients, agencies, external consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, and/or vendors.
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on their own projects and projects of peers.
Prepare technical reports.
Support business development efforts and proposal preparation.
Contribute to an innovative and collaborative work environment where creativity is valued and encouraged.
Supervise and mentor junior staff members and support hiring new talents.
International or national travel can be expected.