Terrestrial Ecologist

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We’re seeking an Intermediate Terrestrial Ecologist or Environmental Scientist with a minimum of 5 years of experience in vegetation ecology and wetlands to join our Environmental Services Team in Atlantic Canada. This is a full‑time permanent position. The hiring process is ongoing, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Plan and/or participate in field programs, along with associated data entry and management.
• Wetland delineation and functional assessment.
• Vascular plant surveys and vegetation community characterization.
• Design and implement baseline wetland and vegetation surveys for species and ecosystems.
• Contribute to and/or write technical reports such as results of baseline desktop and field studies.
• Assess potential effects to plants and ecosystems as a result of development projects.
• Provide recommendations for suitable management and mitigation measures.
• Develop environmental monitoring and management plans.
• Prepare restoration and/or revegetation plans and designs.
• Travel to various local and/or remote field sites, with occasional overnight travel and 1‑2 week shifts away from home.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) program.

• Experience in the collection of biological and physical field data in disciplines such as wetlands and vascular plants.
• Knowledge of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador flora, ecosystem classification, and provincial data collection protocols.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and endure long days of physically and mentally challenging fieldwork while maintaining a positive, solutions‑focused attitude.
• Able to work effectively in a team atmosphere and independently, as required.
• Willingness to work in remote locations in a range of weather conditions, with overnight travel.
• Time‑management skills that include balancing short‑term and immediate work commitments with varying priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, electronic communications, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong initiative and the ability to adapt to changing conditions and make independent, informed decisions.
• Knowledge of current federal and provincial regulatory requirements relating to vegetation and wetlands.
• A bachelor or graduate degree, or technical diploma in biology, ecology, botany, environmental management, or a related environmental field, or equivalent skills.
• Previous experience working in the environmental consulting industry is an asset.
• Current health and safety training (First Aid, auxiliary vehicles, etc.) is requested; please include information on field‑based skills/experience.
• Typical office environment with long periods of computer work; field work may expose you to inclement weather.

• Completion of wetland delineation and/or WESP‑AC training courses.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing field programs.
• Experience working with GIS software and digital data collection tools.

• Preferred:
  Bachelor or graduate degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental management, or a related environmental field.
• Relevant experience in environmental consulting is an asset.

• Locations in PEI: $69,200.00 – $ annually

Full‑time employees (at least 20 hours per week) receive health, dental, and vision plans; a wellness program; a health‑care spending account; a wellness spending account; a group registered retirement savings plan; an employee stock purchase program; a group tax‑free savings account; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; short‑term/long‑term disability plans; emergency travel benefits; tuition reimbursement; professional membership fee coverage; and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees have access to a group registered retirement savings plan, an employee stock purchase program, and a group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions, as benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Canada | NS | Dartmouth

1214 Env Svcs‑CA Atlantic Canada‑Halifax NS

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New Position

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