Environmental Risk Assessor

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. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team of human health and ecological risk assessors. Our team provides site assessment and risk assessment services in a variety of sectors, including infrastructure, mining, energy, manufacturing, government, insurance, and commercial real estate. As a Canadian leader in environmental site assessments and human health and ecological risk assessments, our group is dedicated to managing environmental issues professionally and proactively. Our staff of professionals includes specialists in contaminant fate and transport, risk assessment, risk management, site remediation, and risk communication. We are seeking an Intermediate Environmental Risk Assessor to join our growing Risk Assessment team to be based out of one of our Waterloo, Stoney Creek or Ottawa, Ontario office locations. Your Key Responsibilities Analyze and interpret field and analytical data, develop conceptual site models and problem formulations, exposure modeling, and site assessment/risk assessment/remedial options report preparation in accordance with current provincial and federal requirements Meet client-based and regulatory reporting deadlines Responsibilities may include manipulation and maintenance of our contaminant transport models and in-house risk assessment tools, as well as the MECP’s Modified Generic Risk Assessment model Your Capabilities and Credentials Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills Highly organized and self‑motivated Excellent problem‑solving skills, and ability to work under pressure and within short timelines Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) Conscientious, detail oriented, and disciplined approach to projects Strong interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills Initiative in integrating creativity and efficiency in all work tasks Valid Ontario driver’s license Ability to obtain federal reliability security clearance Education and Experience A bachelor’s or master’s Degree in one of the Environmental Sciences (Toxicology, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, etc.), Environmental Engineering, or equivalent. Prior experience in an engineering or consulting environment is an asset. Five or more years of related risk assessment and/or site assessment experience. Qualified Person for Risk Assessment per O.Reg. 153/04 is an asset. Registration or eligibility for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) is also an asset. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 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. 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 futureproofing our cities and infrastructure. 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 benefits, 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 & Travel Primary Location: Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaTravel: NoSchedule: Full time EEO Statement Stantec values work‑life balance and is an equal equity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr