Environmental Scientist/Geologist
Stantec
Lead environmental investigations & remediation projects for industrial sites in PA.
6 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Philadelphia
Field
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
sample collection
drilling oversight
groundwater monitoring
data analysis
technical reporting
project management
- Fieldbased tasks will include coordination, supervision and execution of work that includes, but is not limited to, collecting soil, sediment, water and air samples; overseeing drilling of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells; performing hydraulic conductivity tests; excavation monitoring; use of instrumentation; overseeing subcontractors; and coordinating complex field tasks with multiple staff and subcontractors. The work may be associated with former manufactured gas plant (MGP) facilities, current/former refineries and petroleum processing/storage facilities, gas stations, as well as other commercial and industrial facilities in urban, rural, or undeveloped locations.
- Organize and manage a variety of environmental investigation and remediation tasks such as ground water monitoring, soil boring/well installations, operation and maintenance, and other activities.
- Manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously and track priorities.
- Conduct Phase I Environmental Assessments and Preliminary Assessments.
- Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to complete assignments.
- Complete applicable company and clientrequired health & safety training (including OSHArequired training) and follow health & safety policies and procedures.
- This position is within a larger environmental services team and will likely require providing support to multiple Stantec offices.
- Responsibilities will include a mix of office and fieldbased tasks and will include project execution, budgeting, scheduling, contracting, personnel supervision, compliance monitoring, data analysis/reduction, and technical reporting.
- Reporting and data reduction tasks may include preparation of site maps, soil boring logs, well construction diagrams, geologic cross sections, potentiometric surface maps, and possibly groundwater flow models.
- Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.
What you bring
geologist
arcgis
autocad
b.s. geology
10+ years
hazwoper
- Preemployment physical is required.
- Geologist in Training (GIT) or Professional Geologist (PG) certification is preferred.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and traverse uneven surfaces in rough terrain.
- Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and kneel throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and move items and equipment throughout the workday weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Be conscientious, detailoriented, and disciplined.
- Be willing to learn new skills for conducting field work, to work independently outdoors for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.
- Ability to climb up and down a ladder.
- The position will involve outdoor work and the work will include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
- Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.). Experience using gINT, MODFLOW, AQTESOLV, ArcGIS, and/or AutoCAD is a plus.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressively more responsible environmental assessment and remediation work experience.
- Transportation Worker Identify Credential (TWIC Card) is required for access to jobsites and candidates must meet Federal TSA background check criteria and be able to obtain a TWIC Card.
- Experience in active industrial settings is a plus.
- 40hour HAZWOPER (OSHA Hazardous Worker) certification and current 8hour refresher certification are desired
- Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
- Field work may require use of a respirator and protective clothing depending on jobsite conditions.
- Good driving record and valid driver's license are required.
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- pre‑employment physical is required
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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.
- We Put People First
- We Do What is Right
- We Are Better Together
- We Are Driven to Achieve
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)
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
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