Principal Environmental Planner/Scientist

Stantec

  • Anchorage, AK
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job description: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.Your OpportunityStantec’s Mountain Region seeks an environmental planner and project manager with at least 10 years of experience with preparing environmental documentation and strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations that influence planning and project development. The primary duty of this role is to manage planning and permitting projects for a wide range of clients across diverse geographic locations and industries in Alaska. The role also includes supporting business development activities and working collaboratively with other Stantec practices areas in the region. Preference for staff being located in the State of Alaska.Your Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the NEPA planning process and oversee all aspects of a project from the pursuit phase through project execution, including client contact, proposal preparation, client interviews, schedules, personnel allocation/planning, HSSE (as applicable), technical approach, quality assurance, budget management, invoicing, and subcontractor management.Coordinate with clients, regulatory/resource agencies, local governments.Help organize technical studies and resource teams with assessments and various field surveysLead the preparation of NEPA documentation including environmental impact statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Categorical Exclusions (CEs).Serve as a local team leader reporting to the business center leadership team to support technical excellence, safety, and growth in Alaska.In the near term, supervise a team focused on assessment and permitting and help with coordination with other environmental services areas (e.g., remediation) in Alaska.QualificationsYour Capabilities and CredentialsThorough understanding of technical environmental impact analysis methods and sound knowledge of NEPA requirements and related environmental regulationsTeam oriented with strong capability to motivate othersProject management and financial literacy training and/or experienceExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated experience managing multiple planning projects and ability to motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goalsDemonstrated ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environmentDemonstrated ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammatesMust be a highly motivated self-starterMust be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointExperience with various federal agencies’ NEPA requirementsExperience in staff supervision and collaboration across business units/geographies is desirablePrior to employment, this position may require the successful passing of a pre-employment drug screen.Education and ExperienceB.S. in planning and/or related environmental discipline; Master’s degree in planning and/or related environmental discipline preferred.Minimum 10 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience performing NEPA analysis and permitting for various types of federal, State and local regulatory agencies.Minimum three years’ experience in staff supervision or program managementThis 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 StantecStantec 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.Pay Range:
  • Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 128,200.00 - Max Salary $ 192,200.00
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.Benefits Summary: 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 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 agreementsPrimary Location: United States | AK | Anchorage
Organization: 2037 EnvSvcs-US Mountain-Anchorage AK
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 27/06/2025 06:06:48
Req ID: 1001342

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