Environmental Scientist/Technologist

Stantec

Environmental Scientist/Technologist supporting environmental professionals in infrastructure, mining, and gas sectors. Conducting monitoring and compliance projects with a focus on fieldwork.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeSaskatoon • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental monitoring and compliance, with a strong focus on conducting biophysical surveys and developing environmental permit applications. Possesses a solid understanding of relevant environmental regulations and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

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Environmental MonitoringBiophysical Field SurveysWildlife IdentificationEnvironmental Permit ApplicationsRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Environmental MitigationsSoil Sediment ManagementVegetation ClearingErosion and Sediment Control PlansSpecies Detection ProtocolsTechnical Report WritingField InvestigationsData ManagementRegulatory Legislation KnowledgeWildlife Regulations Act

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Oil and Gas IndustryMining SectorHydro DevelopmentSpecies at Risk ActFisheries ActEnvironmental Assessment LegislationSARA Species

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing environmental monitoring services during the construction, maintenance and/or reclamation phases of projects. This may include observing and reporting on how projects are conforming with their compliance obligations regarding environmental effects related to various sectors such as the oil and gas industry, mining sector, linear projects and/or hydro development
Conducting biophysical field surveys in accordance with provincial species detection protocols and regulations (e.g., rare plant and/or various wildlife surveys, The Wildlife Regulations, Roster Species Detection Protocols)
Conducting pre-construction surveys for nesting migratory birds, as well as for wildlife and plant species at risk
Through the conduct of field investigations, supporting and assisting the development of federal, provincial and municipal regulatory permits
Completing office tasks such as data management, analysis and interpretation, report preparation and other general tasks as required
Complying with health and safety and quality management protocols
Interacting and communicating effectively (written and verbal) with mentors, multi-disciplinary teams, regulators, clients, subconsultants, and contractors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Understanding of environmental mitigations for soils, aquatic habitats (e.g., wetlands, waterbodies, watercourses), migratory birds, species at risk, and vegetation
Knowledge and experience in the conduct of biophysical and/or preconstruction surveys
Experience and ability to oversee and/or supervise field monitoring tasks related to (for example): soil sediment management, vegetation clearing, removal and installation of water course crossings, equipment inspection for bio-security management, installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment control plans)
Experience with wildlife and/or plant identification is considered an asset, especially Species at Risk
Familiarity with the *Wildlife Regulations Act, Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act *and an overall working knowledge of federal and provincial environmental assessment legislation. Working knowledge of Species at Risk Protocols considered an asset and field investigations with SARA species an asset
Experience with the writing and development of environmental permit applications and technical reports for submission to Regulatory agencies
Willingness and ability to travel and work outdoors, often in remote areas
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and foster effective working relationships
Task ownership, accountability and initiative
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt under shifting priorities
Valid Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract (required)
Diploma or post-secondary degree in biology, forestry, agricultural, or environmental sciences
Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of field experience in oil and natural gas exploration and/or comparable development projects. Experience must be related to environmental monitoring and environmental inspection.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans
A wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group registered retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account