Junior Vegetation Ecologist

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Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a highly motivated, personable Junior Vegetation Ecologist for a wide variety of projects within various development sectors such as oil and gas, mining, and transportation within the vegetation ecology and wetland disciplines. You will apply your expertise to collect field data, analyze and interpret results, develop assessments, and write reports.

You will be a key member of the Prairies and Territories Ecosystem team and support a variety of exciting local and national projects.

The position will be based in one of our Manitoba or Saskatchewan offices (Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon),

Your Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking wetland assessments and biological inventories in accordance with provincial species detection protocols (e.g., vascular plant)

• Work on a variety of natural resource planning projects, including natural area inventories and biophysical assessments

• Working in a collaborative team environment and under deadlines in wilderness and outdoor settings, and able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Assist with desktop mapping of wetlands and vegetation communities

• Adhere to Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures

• Participate in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work

• Execute specific technical tasks or requirements for medium to large projects

• Work proactively to further the technical needs of the team

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to classify wetlands using different classification systems is considered an asset

• Familiarity with relevant provincial and federal regulations and guidelines as they pertain to vegetation and wetlands

• Practical and/or academic experience in plant identification is considered an asset

• Proficient in and consistently demonstrating and promoting policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (if applicable)

• Skilled in technical writing

• Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment under deadlines

• Experience with ecological land classification (ELC) systems and ecosystem mapping is an asset

• Experience with identifying plant species at risk, provincially listed plant species, and regulated weeds

• Proficient in MS Office, ArcGIS, or other mapping applications

• Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time, as well as work in the field. Fieldwork may include remote work, long drives, 1-2 week shifts away from home, exposure to the elements including inclement weather

• Able to lift 50lbs and endure long days of physically and mentally challenging fieldwork while maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude

• Good driving record and valid Class 5 driver’s license required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science (biology, ecology, forestry or related field).

• Eligibility for a Professional accreditation (BIT. or P.Biol.).

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience including field work.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Stantec is proud to offer a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to work from one of our Alberta offices and your home office may be considered. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

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 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 | SK | Saskatoon
Organization: BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 30/04/2026 07:04:11
Req ID: 1005631