Program coordinator Offres d'emploi - Terrace, BC

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Your Opportunity

Stantec has an opportunity for a highly motivated Environmental Field Technician to join our Aquatics Team. The position will be based out of any of the following offices: Burnaby, Sidney, Victoria, Terrace, Kelowna, Kamloops, Quesnel, or Prince George.

The ideal candidate has experience implementing freshwater and marine ecosystem assessments and monitoring programs and is familiar with federal and provincial legislation relating to aquatic ecosystems. Experience leading field programs in accordance with provincial guidance is required. Work tasks may include construction support (e.g., environmental monitoring, fish and wildlife salvages, water quality measurements), field sampling for water or sediment, fish capture, habitat measurements/characterization, daily field reports, safety documentation, data entry and management, and templated reporting.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support fish, aquatic resource and/or water quality components of projects.

• Lead or support field sampling programs in accordance with provincial guidance, such as RISC standards, or other standard methods employed by Stantec.

• Understand current techniques for sampling and analysis of aquatic resource data from streams, rivers and lakes.

• Support environmental management and construction monitoring projects.

• Complete quality and completeness checks on field data.

• Support technical report writing and environmental permit applications.

• Comply with Stantec's quality and independent review process.

• Prioritize safety in all tasks.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience conducting biological field surveys with methods such as minnow trapping, beach seining, fish identification, sediment sampling, watercourse assessments, and the use of tools such as water quality meters.

• Able to lead field crews working in collaborative team environment, under deadlines in remote wilderness settings.

• Proven technical, communication, writing, and organization skills.

• Strong interpersonal and social skills, including in-person and online collaboration.

• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

• Excellent navigational skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems in the field.

• Willingness to be away from home, staying in hotels or camps, working 12-hour days (including evenings and weekends) under a variety of conditions for 14 days at a time or longer.

• Able to lift and move equipment up to 23kg (50lbs) (i.e., carrying field equipment and samples).

• Able to endure long days of physically and mentally challenging field work while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude.

• Familiarity with ESRI field data collection products

• Proficiency with technology including the Microsoft suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for field assignments.

Education and Experience

• Registration with the British Columbia College of Applied Biology as an RBTech in Training or BIT, or be eligible to apply for registration.

• A minimum of associate’s degree or technical school diploma/certificate in a biological or environmental field plus at least one year of work experience.

• Experience leading field crews is required. Experience developing field program components is an asset.

• Relevant consulting experience is an asset.

• Familiarity with federal and provincial legislation, such as the Fisheries Act and the Water Sustainability Act.

• The following are assets: electrofishing certificate; Intermediate First Aid and Transportation Endorsement certificate; UTV training; Pleasure Craft Operator Card; Swiftwater Rescue Technician; Marine Emergency Duties Domestic Vessel Safety (MED A1/A2)

The expected start date of this position is May 4, 2026. This position will be hired initially for a four (4) month contract with the potential of extension. Candidates who progress to the interview stage will be asked to complete a guided writing sample.

Work Environment

Stantec British Columbia's standard work week is 37.5 hours. This position is eligible for overtime in the office and field for hours worked in accordance with British Columbia's labour laws. Our typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining relatively sedentary. Stantec offers a flexible work arrangement for desk-based tasks including working from Stantec office locations, working from home, or a mix depending on the situation. Field work may include exposure to inclement weather, and travel through rough and remote terrain, while carrying equipment.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Pay Range:

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$41,900.00 - $56,600.00 Annually

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$44,400.00 - $60,000.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: 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.

Benefits Summary: 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, and 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.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Burnaby
Organization: BC-1232 EnvSvcs-CA British Columbia
Employee Status: Temporary
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 11/03/2026 08:03:16
Req ID: 1004831