Junior Environmental Scientist or EIT

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist or EIT to join our Site Investigation, Remediation & Response (SIR) team in British Columbia. This is an exceptional opportunity for an early‑career professional who wants hands‑on field experience, exposure to real‑world contaminated sites projects, and the chance to grow alongside experienced practitioners in a highly respected consulting environment.

In this role, you’ll be directly involved in site investigations and remediation programs across a broad range of sectors, including provincial and federal agencies, ports and harbours, transport infrastructure, and industrial and commercial developments.

You’ll work closely with intermediate and senior staff in both the field and office, gaining practical experience while building the technical foundation needed for a successful career in contaminated sites practice. From day one, you’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported through mentorship, collaboration, and on‑the‑job learning.

• Supporting and implementing Phase I, II, and III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI, Stage 2 PSI/DSI, and remediation programs
• Conducting soil, soil vapour, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling
• Developing site‑specific health and safety plans and helping lead field programs with safety as the top priority
• Producing clear, accurate field notes and documentation that meet data quality objectives
• Supervising and coordinating with subcontractors (e.g., drillers, hydrovac operators, utility locators, heavy equipment operators)
• Assisting with BC Contaminated Sites Regulation applications, including Approvals in Principle and Certificates of Compliance
• Managing and organizing field data using specialized equipment and software
• Supporting project managers with scopes, budgets, schedules, and field logistics
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Stantec Canada, including geotechnical, water resources, atmospheric sciences, and indoor environments groups
• Actively contributing to—and strengthening—a strong health and safety culture

You’re an enthusiastic early‑career environmental professional who’s ready to learn, contribute, and grow. You bring curiosity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic to everything you do.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within British Columbia
• Previous experience in contaminated sites investigation (a strong asset)
• A collaborative mindset and comfort working with senior and intermediate staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A genuine interest in field work, with flexibility to travel for assignments
• The ability to work independently and confidently with subcontractors
• An understanding of provincial and federal environmental regulations and guidelines
• Eligibility for, or progress toward, a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.) is considered an asset

• A diploma or degree from a technical college or university in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or Engineering
• Previous experience in contaminated sites investigation is a strong asset
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.) is considered an asset

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland – BC & Various locations in Ontario: $54,900.00 – $76,900.00 annually
• Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $58,200.00 – $81,500.00 annually

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

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…