Your Opportunity
Stantec is currently seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist or EIT to join our Site Investigation, Remediation & Response (SIR) team in British Columbia. This is an exceptional opportunity for an early‑career qualified who wants hands‑on field experience, exposure to real‑world contaminated sites projects, and the chance to grow alongside experienced practitioners in a highly respected consulting environment.

In this role, you’ll be directly involved in site investigations and remediation programs across a broad range of sectors, including provincial and federal agencies, ports and harbours, transport infrastructure, and industrial and commercial developments.

You’ll work closely with intermediate and senior staff in both the field and office, gaining practical experience while building the technical foundation needed for a successful career in contaminated sites practice. From day one, you’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported through mentorship, collaboration, and on‑the‑job learning.

Your Key Responsibilities

Supporting and implementing Phase I, II, and III ESAs, Stage 1 PSI, Stage 2 PSI/DSI, and remediation programs

Conducting soil, soil vapour, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling

Developing site‑specific health and safety plans and helping lead field programs with safety as the top priority

Producing clear, accurate field notes and documentation that meet data quality objectives

Supervising and coordinating with subcontractors (e.g., drillers, hydrovac operators, utility locators, heavy equipment operators)

Assisting with BC Contaminated Sites Regulation applications, including Approvals in Principle and Certificates of Compliance

Managing and organizing field data using specialized equipment and software

Supporting project managers with scopes, budgets, schedules, and field logistics





Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Stantec Canada, including geotechnical, water resources, atmospheric sciences, and indoor environments groups

Actively contributing to—and strengthening—a strong health and safety culture

Your Capabilities and Credentials
You’re an enthusiastic early‑career environmental professional who’s ready to learn, contribute, and grow. You bring curiosity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic to everything you do.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within British Columbia

Previous experience in contaminated sites investigation (a strong asset)

A collaborative mindset and comfort working with senior and intermediate staff

Strong written and verbal communication skills

A genuine interest in field work, with flexibility to travel for assignments

The ability to work independently and confidently with subcontractors

An understanding of provincial and federal environmental regulations and guidelines

Eligibility for, or progress toward, a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.) is considered an asset

Education and Experience

A diploma or degree from a technical college or university in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or Engineering

Previous experience in contaminated sites investigation is a strong asset

Possession of, or eligibility for, a professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.)



is considered an asset

Pay Range

Locations Outside of Lower Mainland – BC & Various locations in Ontario: $54,900.00 – $76,900.00 annually

Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $58,200.00 – $81,500.00 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 perks, 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: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 24/04/2026 10:04:24
Req ID: 1005565

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📌 Junior Environmental Scientist or EIT (British Columbia)
🏢 Stantec Consulting International
📍 British Columbia