Senior Environmental Scientist at Stantec in Cork, County Cork, Ireland | Kablio

Role

Description

plant design

eia management

technical guidance

specs docs

feasibility study

planning docs

Developing designs for wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and network infrastructure.
Leading, coordinating and contributing to EIA projects for major infrastructure projects including all stages of EIA.
Provide technical guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including clients and contractors.
Compilation of specifications and tender documents.
Delivery of but not limited to: EIAR, NIS, EcIA and AA;
Preparation of feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations.
Preparation of planning application documents.
Manage others in the preparation of drawings and other inputs.

Requirements

cieem chartered

consent management

project management

level 8

aquatic ecology

masters

Experience in managing client relationships.
Understanding of the consent and licensing frameworks for terrestrial and offshore infrastructure in Ireland;
Experience of consent management and compliance;
Relevant third level degree (Level 8 or higher);
Experience in one or more technical area of relevance to EIA e.g., aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, ornithology;
Experience in tender preparation;
Experience in consent related technical assessments such as the Appropriate Assessment (AA), Water Framework Directive (WFD) and European Protected Species (EPS)
Strong technical report writing skills;
Experience in large scale infrastructure projects;
Post graduate qualification (Masters or Doctorate);
Minimum of 6 years’ post qualification experience, most of which will have been gained in an ecology role within planning or environmental consultancy;
Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills;
Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM);
Chartered by a professional body such as CIEEM;
Flexibility in office location (Dublin/Galway/Cork/Castlebar).
Experience in liaison with statutory consultees and the development of environmental mitigation proposals;

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Competitive salary and benefits.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year Established

The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.

MWH Global in 2016

Acquisition Year

Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.

450+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

6 Continents

Geographic Reach

Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.

Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

2025

Carbon Neutrality Target

The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.

32,000

Employees in Sustainable Projects

Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.

Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)

Inclusion & Diversity

43% women

Female Representation in Leadership

43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.

18% pay gap

Global Gender Pay Gap

The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.

3% compa-ratio

Gender Pay Gap Improvement

North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.

7% score improvement

Gender-Equality Index

Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.

Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)

Role

Description

plant design

eia management

technical guidance

specs docs

feasibility study

planning docs

Developing designs for wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and network infrastructure.
Leading, coordinating and contributing to EIA projects for major infrastructure projects including all stages of EIA.
Provide technical guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including clients and contractors.
Compilation of specifications and tender documents.
Delivery of but not limited to: EIAR, NIS, EcIA and AA;
Preparation of feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations.
Preparation of planning application documents.
Manage others in the preparation of drawings and other inputs.

Requirements

cieem chartered

consent management

project management

level 8

aquatic ecology

masters

Experience in managing client relationships.
Understanding of the consent and licensing frameworks for terrestrial and offshore infrastructure in Ireland;
Experience of consent management and compliance;
Relevant third level degree (Level 8 or higher);
Experience in one or more technical area of relevance to EIA e.g., aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, ornithology;
Experience in tender preparation;
Experience in consent related technical assessments such as the Appropriate Assessment (AA), Water Framework Directive (WFD) and European Protected Species (EPS)
Strong technical report writing skills;
Experience in large scale infrastructure projects;
Post graduate qualification (Masters or Doctorate);
Minimum of 6 years’ post qualification experience, most of which will have been gained in an ecology role within planning or environmental consultancy;
Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills;
Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM);
Chartered by a professional body such as CIEEM;
Flexibility in office location (Dublin/Galway/Cork/Castlebar).
Experience in liaison with statutory consultees and the development of environmental mitigation proposals;

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Competitive salary and benefits.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year Established

The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.

MWH Global in 2016

Acquisition Year

Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.

450+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

6 Continents

Geographic Reach

Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.

Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

2025

Carbon Neutrality Target

The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.

32,000

Employees in Sustainable Projects

Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.

Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)

Inclusion & Diversity

43% women

Female Representation in Leadership

43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.

18% pay gap

Global Gender Pay Gap

The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.

3% compa-ratio

Gender Pay Gap Improvement

North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.

7% score improvement

Gender-Equality Index

Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.

Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)