Botanist

About the role

Stantec is seeking a Botanist to join our team of environmental professionals. This position would preferably be based in our Kansas City (Overland Park), Kansas office.

Responsibilities

• Variety of projects and clients keep the work interesting and fulfilling
• Field sampling techniques and scientific equipment used
• Leading and performing field sampling techniques and using scientific equipment such as hand-held GPS units, data entry devices (tablets, iPads, etc.), soil augers, quadrats, and other sampling equipment
• Advanced technical writing skills sufficient to draft professional plans, technical reports, correspondence, permit applications, etc.
• Effective communication project status to project manager and appropriate staff
• Pass drug test, background check, physical, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy
• Advocate for the Company’s and client’s health and safety programs

Requirements

• Experience in leading and performing field sampling techniques and using scientific equipment such as hand-held GPS units, data entry devices (tablets, iPads, etc.), soil augers, quadrats, and other sampling equipment
• Advanced technical writing skills sufficient to draft professional plans, technical reports, correspondence, permit applications, etc.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• Prior NEPA experience a plus
• Prior consulting work-related experience conducting field surveys, data analysis, technical report and permit application writing preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources or environmental science (botany, biology, ecology, environmental management, natural resources, wildlife biology) or related discipline; Master’s Degree preferred
• 5 or more years of experience required; 10 or more years of experience preferred

Skills

• Computer literacy, including knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing, specifically Microsoft Office products
• Experience using GIS software and ESRI ArcMap programs preferred

Benefits

• Full-time position
• No travel required

Pay

• Competitive salary

Schedule

• Full time