Junior Environmental Consultant

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 Consultant to join our Atmospheric Sciences practice in Fredericton, NB. In this role, you will primarily support our stack emissions testing team, traveling to industrial facilities across Atlantic Canada to conduct emissions testing in accordance with regulatory guidelines and approved test methods. You will also assist with related data analysis and technical reporting. Direct experience is not required. We are seeking an individual with a diverse mix of field-based and desktop experience who is a quick learner and a strong problem solver. If you bring solid hands-on skills along with technical writing and analytical abilities, we will provide training on the technical aspects of the role.

As part of this role, you will collaborate with a team of highly experienced air quality scientists, engineers, and technical specialists, contributing to the delivery of high-quality consulting services for clients across Atlantic Canada and beyond.

This position is well suited to a motivated, organized, and technically inclined individual with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills who is eager to build a career in environmental consulting. The role offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment with opportunities to learn, develop technical expertise, and work on projects throughout Atlantic Canada and beyond. A willingness to travel is essential.

In addition to emissions testing, there will be opportunities to support a variety of other environmental field services as needed, including acoustic, aquatic, archaeological, and remediation field surveys, as well as desktop-based work such as data analysis and report preparation.

Your Key Responsibilities

Assist with the coordination and execution of stack emissions testing at industrial facilities and / or laboratory testing in a safe, professional, and organized manner. This work may involve travel to sites across Atlantic Canada, typically with a small team, for assignments ranging from single-day visits to multi-week campaigns.

Support the preparation of health and safety plans, work plans, and other technical documentation.

Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting in the field.

Prepare sampling apparatus, work with chemical reagents and conduct basic lab analysis Prepare detailed field notes and contribute to the development of technical reports summarizing work completed.

Compile, analyze, and interpret analytical data, including the preparation of tables, figures, and graphs.

Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and contractors.

Work collaboratively as part of a team and be comfortable working on multiple projects.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Microsoft 365 applications).

Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s licence and willingness to learn how to tow trailers for field assignments.

Ability to take initiative and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a strong focus on health and safety.

Comfort working at heights, including on elevated platforms and rooftops.

Willingness and physical ability to perform hands-on field work, including equipment setup at industrial sites and frequent stair and ladder use.

Ability to perform basic electrical and mechanical tasks, including working with small pumps, fuses, and light wiring.

Demonstrated commitment to a strong safety culture. Valid safety certifications such as First Aid, Fall Protection Awareness, H2S Alive, or similar are considered an asset. Safety training will be provided to the successful candidate, as required.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Aerial boom lift operator training and experience are considered an asset.

Willingness and ability to accommodate year-round indoor and outdoor work, including regular travel within the Atlantic provinces.

Education and Experience

Diploma in chemical, electrical, mechanical, engineering, or environmental technology (or equivalent experience), or a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or related Sciences program.

Experience in the field of air quality (stack testing, indoor, ambient monitoring) is considered an asset but not required.

Training will be provided; however, candidates should be comfortable working with tools and technical equipment and physically capable of performing field-based work.

Two years’ related work experience or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

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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Primary Location : Canada | NB | Fredericton

Organization : 1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic Canada-Fredericton NB

Employee Status : Regular

Business Justification : New Position

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 26 / 01 / 2026 07 : 01 : 39

Req ID : 1003895