Junior Environmental Scientist or EIT

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment

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.

• Enjoys working outdoors in dynamic environments
• Is eager to learn and take initiative
• Values teamwork and safety
• Wants to build long‑term technical depth in environmental consulting

• 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’ll be exposed to a wide range of site conditions, regulatory frameworks, and technical challenges—accelerating your learning curve and professional development.

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.

• 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

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