Geologist / Project Manager - Remediation

About the role

Stantec is seeking an Environmental Scientist / Project Manager to support our Great Lakes Regional environmental remediation team based in the Twin Cities, MN (Plymouth, Minneapolis, or Woodbury). This role combines project management, client engagement, technical reporting, and 20% fieldwork. You’ll manage projects across multiple sectors and a variety of regulatory programs including those relevant to soil, groundwater, and soil vapor investigations as well as vapor mitigation, remediation, environmental due diligence and property redevelopment, while building strong client relationships and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Develop proposals, budgets, and schedules. Manage safety planning and ensure compliance. Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Client & Agency Interface: Serve as primary client contact and foster relationships. Communicate with State Agencies to meet regulatory requirements.
• Technical Leadership: Lead and implement Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments for soil, soil vapor, and groundwater. Lead and implement remediation projects. Prepare technical reports, work plans, cost estimates, and grant applications. Review and interpret data against state and federal standards.
• Field Work (20%): Conduct site investigations, sampling, and inspections. Oversee subcontractors and ensure health & safety compliance.
• Team Development & Growth: Mentor junior staff and manage field teams. Support business development and proposal efforts.

Skills

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, project financials and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical reporting. Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required; 7–10 years preferred.
• PE or PG license preferred.
• Current 40‑Hour HAZWOPER training required.

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. #StayInquisitive

Pay

Pay range: $75,200.00 – $109,000.00 annually for locations in MN, OH, VT, and various CA, ME, NY, VA areas. In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. 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

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) 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 receive ten paid holidays each calendar year and are eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year, plus paid sick leave (in accordance with state and local law if more generous). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. Benefits for union positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Schedule

Full time