Field Technician

Stantec

The Role

Overview

Field Tech conducts construction observations, testing, and reporting on environmental projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • soil investigation
  • density testing
  • field testing
  • equipment management
  • progress reports
  • client relations

Tasks

-Maintain positive client/public relations both in the office and in the field -Observe, oversee and document environmental cleanup activities. -Prepare technical documents using MS Word, and Excel -Assist with nonconstruction related projects or assignments as business needs dictate/arise to support and contribute to the continued success of Stantec -Attend project coordination meetings and construction progress meetings with internal team members and/or external clients and contractors -Oversee and conduct soil, groundwater, and soil vapor investigations and monitoring. -Perform or monitor Troxler nuclear density and moisture testing. -Perform construction observations, field testing, and field measurements -Conduct fieldwork, including travel for extended stays in rural / remote areas (primarily in ND, MN, and MT) -Develop construction progress reports and communicate with the project team, contractor, and client as required -Document construction activities, progress, and correspondence -Liaise with clients and construction contractors to ensure project requirements are met in a timely and effective manner -Prepare, review, communicate, and manage the project health and safety plan so that project personnel, client and subcontractors are aware of risks and hazards, and incidents are prevented. -Manage construction equipment (GPS equipment, air monitoring equipment, field tablets, soil sampling equipment, etc.)

Requirements

  • technical degree
  • tablet
  • analytical
  • communication
  • driver's license
  • 5+ years

What You Bring

-Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record -Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail -Communicate with the project team and stakeholders (verbally and written) -Understanding of engineering plans and specifications. -Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. -Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work and flexibility in undertaking work assignments and work independently for long hours in the field as necessary. -Minimum of 5 years of relevant, progressive, experienced, preferred. -Ability to travel to other offices and project sites, including overnight stays out of town or out of state, as needed; field work may take place in remote locations with minimal amenities available -Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. -Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain conditions -May be required to complete a client required drug screen. -Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation. -Ability to work extended hours, including weekends, to accommodate schedules -Experience with utilizing a tablet and various applications to promote paperless documentation procedures -Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

The Company

About Stantec

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Manufacturing

Environment

Security Clearance

-may be required to complete a client required drug screen.