Junior Environmental Site Assessor

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.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Junior Environmental Site Assessor to work with our Environmental Site Investigation and Remediation practice in our Charlottetown office. You will support environmental site investigation and remediation projects across Atlantic Canada, including a broad range of responsibilities related to Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), multimedia sampling programs, remediation programs, environmental spill response, and hydrogeological investigations. You will be part of a team that includes national experts who will mentor you closely as you grow your skills and career while working on a diverse collection of environmental projects. If you are curious, a good communicator, and are interested in working in a fast-paced environment full of opportunities to learn about environmental consulting and work across Atlantic Canada and beyond, then we are looking for you.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and assist project managers and team members with environmental investigations and remediation projects based primarily in Atlantic Canada, with opportunities to work in other parts of Canada.

• Assist in the preparation of health & safety plans, work plans, and other technical documents.

• Assist with coordination, supervision and execution of environmental sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil vapour), excavation of test pits, drilling of boreholes and installation of monitoring wells.

• Compile and interpret analytical data with tables, figures, and graphs.

• Draft Phase I/II/III ESA summary reports, environmental compliance documents, soil management plans, and remedial action/risk management plans.

• Learn and follow standard operating procedures for work assigned, while continuing to develop skills.

• Complete applicable company and client required health & safety training and follow health & safety policies and procedures.

• Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to complete assignments.

• This position is within a larger environmental services team and will likely require providing support to multiple Stantec offices.

• Travel may be required. Occasionally work hours may be irregular and include some evening and weekend work shifts.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Energetic, team-oriented professional with a close attention to detail

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and communicate effectively with technical and management personnel remotely

• Working knowledge of field sampling techniques is preferred

• Willing and able to travel and periodically work extended hours (including up to 12-hour days and occasional weekends depending on project requirements) and work outdoors in inclement weather

• Willingness to learn new skills, have flexibility in undertaking work assignments and capable of handling multiple assignments and shifting priorities.

• Demonstrate initiative and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while keeping health and safety a priority

• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills

• Experience with MS Office software suite (Word, Excel, O365 Applications etc.)

• Knowledge of relevant local provincial and federal environmental legislation and policies is an asset.

• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license to complete the required field assignments. Access to a vehicle is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geoscience, environmental science or related field

• Previous co-op/internship in a role with related work experience

• P.Geo. or P.Eng. registration or eligibility would be considered an asset for this position

This position will involve a combination of field and office work. Typical office environment will include working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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 in PEI-$49,400.00 - $69,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: Canada | PE | Charlottetown
Organization: 1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic Canada-Charlottetown PE
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 09/12/2025 02:12:16
Req ID: 1003340