Coastal Ecologist - ( 2400006E )

　　Description

　　Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

　　Your Opportunity

　　Stantec is seeking a coastal ecologist/restoration (wildlife biologist) consultant for our Texas coastal watersheds and coastal restoration practice. The position may be available in Austin, Corpus Christi or Houston depending on the candidate qualifications and needs. The position is for an Ecologist-Restoration Practitioner that will work with multi-disciplinary teams on a variety of water related projects, providing sound natural resources planning advice and conducting environmental assessments and restoration plans for state and federal projects as required. Our variety of water and coastal projects and clients is what keeps our work interesting and fulfilling, while being dedicated to serving our clients and our communities. Markets Stantec serves include, but are not limited to, coastal watershed and coastal habitat restoration with federal and state stakeholders, municipalities, power & utilities, transportation, natural capital, Nature-based Solutions, renewable energy, oil & gas, agriculture, higher education, manufacturing, mining, and real estate projects.

　　Your Key Responsibilities

　　Ecological consultation, guidance, technical writing, and oversight and serve as an advisor to our clients in the proposed projects that have the potential to affect the coastal watersheds and the coastal environment.

　　Conduct ecological site assessments and assist project managers and environmental scientists to develop site planning documents, proposals, cost estimates, and project-specific safety plans.

　　Interpret habitat restoration plans, develop workplans, and provide recommendations for effective delivery of ecosystem restoration projects.

　　Conduct field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, fish habitats, ecological restoration techniques, and natural area assessments, as well as train other staff to develop new skills in these areas.

　　Expertise in NEPA project management and/or task management for clients for actions requiring environmental impact statements (EISs), environmental assessments (EAs), categorical exclusions (CEs), and specific environmental assessment worksheets (EAWs). This includes the consideration of alternatives and recommendations to reduce the environmental impact of client proposed actions, promote sustainable development, protect endangered species and enhance the environment.

　　Expertise in NEPA and other environmental compliance-related consultation and coordination with various federal, state, and local organizations for multiple and often complex actions requiring EISs and EAs.

　　Oversee multiple projects simultaneously within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.

　　Market Stantec’s Coastal Ecosystem Restoration Services to existing and new clients in Texas and Luisiana and the surrounding region of the Gulf of Mexico.

　　Develop a working understanding of Stantec’s other consulting practice areas and actively support cross-selling other services to existing clients.

　　Ensure client and regulator satisfaction via appropriate facilitation, negotiation, and issues resolution.

　　Interact with and develop excellent relations with clients, regulators and stakeholders.

　　Ensure quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) and Health and Safety (H&S) requirements and procedures are identified and followed throughout a project's life cycle.

　　Other Natural Resources related technical work, including periodic field survey, review of reports, proposals or presentations.

　　Qualifications

　　Your Capabilities and Credentials

　　Extensive knowledge of local and regional landscapes, flora, soil, and estuarine habitats.

　　Applied experience with various restoration techniques in various ecoregions.

　　Demonstrated success in developing client relationships.

　　Demonstrated experience in business development and strategic planning.

　　Excellent leadership, communication, organizational and mentoring skills.

　　Effective interpersonal skills and ability to communicate complex issues to clients, regulators, and stakeholders.

　　History of relevant professional development.

　　Proven and demonstrated high quality technical writing skills.

　　Experience in or a solid understanding of the consulting industry in a multidisciplinary environment.

　　Able to work independently as well as part of a team.

　　Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused to understand and appropriately respond to client’s business needs.

　　Must demonstrate effective resource planning, results delivery, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.

　　Able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.

　　Able to travel regionally and as needed for field work or marking trips, including occasional overnight trips.

　　Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

　　Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license.

　　Education and Experience

　　Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Planning or related field, master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 1 - 5 years of experience in coastal watersheds and coastal restoration ecology, environmental compliance, environmental planning studies, and project management.

　　Office environment with prolonged sitting and computer work, or combination of office and field.

　　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.

　　Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

　　Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, 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 family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

　　Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

　　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 : United States-Texas-Houston

　　Other Locations : United States-Texas-Austin

　　Work Locations :

　　Houston Louisiana St TX

　　Organization : BC-1773 Water-US Gulf

　　Employee Status : Regular

　　Job Level : Individual Contributor

　　Travel : No

　　Schedule : Full-time

　　Job Posting : Feb 8, 2024, 1:45:52 PM

　　Req ID: 2400006E

　　Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans