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Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Staff Environmental Planner

Stantec Consulting International Ltd., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Staff Environmental Planner - ( 240003W5 )

Description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Southern California offices are hiring a Staff Environmental professional (environmental scientist or planner) to work with our Assessment, Permitting and Compliance Team. Job responsibilities include supporting the preparation of environmental impact analyses, related technical studies which include desktop studies and field surveys, and discretionary permit application packages, as well as providing field task oversight. The Staff Environmental Scientist or Planner will provide support to all stages of a project’s lifecycle including approval requirements, construction support, and post-construction support.

Your Key Responsibilities

Provide assistance in the preparation of environmental compliance documents in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), including Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and exemptions/exclusions.

Support desktop and field data findings associated with project descriptions, and/or technical reports.

Assist with preparation of various constraints analyses, land use entitlement reviews, as well as environmental plans and strategies required for construction and planning projects.

Assist with various environmental surveys and reporting.

Support the environmental regulatory permit application process with various federal, state, and local agencies.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Demonstrated understanding of federal and state regulations (CEQA/ NEPA) and regulatory permitting requirements.

Experience reviewing and analyzing local (County, City) municipal codes, General Plans, and zoning ordinances to determine permitting strategy for a variety of projects.

This role requires effective in person, tele/video conference, and written communication with team members. The Staff Level professional is commonly expected to assist with planning and documenting such communications.

Strong technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills required.

Should be personable, motivated, and a self-starter capable of working both individually and as part of a team.

Ability to analyze information and data and develop appropriate conclusions, as required.

Ability to creatively problem-solve and communicate.

Ability for periodic travel necessary to support field surveys and/or project meetings.

Proficient with MS Office suite (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Excel).

Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Arts or Environmental Sciences, Biology, Natural Resources, or Geology.

One to three years related experience.

Office environment with prolonged sitting and computer work, or combination of office and field.

Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

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.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Salary Range(s):

CA Other Areas $31 Per Hour - CA Other Areas $44 Per Hour Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC)

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 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 agreements.

Primary Location

: United States-California-Santa Maria

Other Locations

: United States-California-Bakersfield, United States-California-Santa Ana, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-Thousand Oaks, United States-California-San Bernardino, United States-California-Monrovia, United States-California-Paramount, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Ventura, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-Santa Barbara

Organization

: BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Travel

: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Posting

: Oct 25, 2024, 3:38:42 PM

Req ID:

240003W5

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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