Environmental Inspector

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document field data collection activities; assist in the completion of project level work (daily timesheets and work plans, data management, analyze field and technical data, and report preparation)
• Conduct multi-media sampling (soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, wastewater, naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORMs) etc.)
• Complete fieldwork, including documenting site activities, soil and groundwater sampling, soil characterization, monitoring water quality, and discharging water to surface
• Perform project risk reviews related to anticipated waste generator
• Prepare appropriate health and safety documents and participate in client health and safety meetings and adhere to Stantec’s and our clients’ safety procedures
• Prepare daily summary emails and site diagrams and submit reports to online reporting systems
• Learn and follow standard operation procedures for work assigned
• Schedule, conduct, and document environmental and stormwater inspections
• Provide QSP or delegate support to various projects / programs

Requirements

• Show initiative in integrating creativity and innovation in all work tasks
• Experience with Microsoft word and excel
• Motivated/driven, conscientious, organized, and disciplined
• Working experience at active construction sites
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required
• Willing to travel and able to be out-of-town for extended periods of time
• Night and weekend work will be required
• Experience in environmental sampling, construction stormwater and environmental compliance monitoring
• Use of in-field sampling / testing equipment such as pH monitors, HACH meters, colorimetric test kits, etc.
• Strong communication skills and be able to speak clearly, confidently, and effectively with construction contractors, project team
• Able to understand a project’s environmental compliance needs, identify issues of non-compliance, coordinate to ensure needed corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner and follow through to ensure overall project success and compliance

Credentials

• College degree with a concentration in earth science, geology, hydrology, natural or environmental science, or engineering from an accredited college preferred
• 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training
• Current certification as a QSP is required; QSD is beneficial but not required
• 2-5 years of experience in the environmental compliance sector, ideally with stormwater permitting knowledge
• Field work is likely to include exposure to the elements including inclement weather and heavy equipment

Qualifications

• Must hold a Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP) certification
• Must hold a Certified Stormwater Designer (CSST) certification (if not already acquired, we would like you to obtain after being hired)
• Must have experience in environmental sampling, construction stormwater and environmental compliance monitoring
• Must have experience using in-field sampling / testing equipment such as pH monitors, HACH meters, colorimetric test kits, etc.
• Must have strong communication skills and be able to speak clearly, confidently, and effectively with construction contractors, project team
• Must be able to understand a project’s environmental compliance needs, identify issues of non-compliance, coordinate to ensure needed corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner and follow through to ensure overall project success and compliance

Skills

• Initiative in integrating creativity and innovation in all work tasks
• Experience with Microsoft word and excel
• Motivation and discipline
• Working experience at active construction sites
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required
• Willingness to travel and be out-of-town for extended periods of time
• Experience in environmental sampling, construction stormwater and environmental compliance monitoring
• Experience using in-field sampling / testing equipment such as pH monitors, HACH meters, colorimetric test kits, etc.
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 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
• Paid family leave

Pay

Pay Range: $62,500.00 - $90,600.00 Annually

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

21/05/2026 10:05:10

Req ID

1005976