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Projects require environmental review and licensing and this step is becoming increasingly critical for development across Canada and around the world. We are seeking a motivated team player that works collaboratively and is inspired to make a difference for the environment. Organizational skills and the ability to support multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced company are essential qualities. This is a permanent full-time position in our Prairies and Territories Assessment and Permitting Team based in the Calgary office. There’s no end to the scope and significance of your work, and to where it can take you at Stantec.
Your Opportunity
Stantec’s Prairies and Territories Environmental Services group is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to work with our Assessment and Permitting team. The team is based in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut, and while we embrace our core value that “we are better together”, we do offer flexible work solutions and hybrid work situations.
In this role, the successful candidate will provide support to all stages of a project’s lifecycle including assessment, permitting and approval requirements, construction support, and post-construction support. Projects will include small to large-scale provincial and federal environmental assessments for the power and energy, infrastructure, oil and gas, transportation, and mining sectors.
With a working knowledge in federal, provincial, and municipal jurisdictions, you will be joining a multidisciplinary team in Environmental Services at Stantec who works closely with our multidisciplinary teams (e.g., ecosystems, water resources, cultural resources, and site investigation and remediation teams). We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated and accountable, has good attention to detail, has great communication skills who thrives working in a team environment, and a creative thinker with demonstrated problem solving skills and a drive to support clients and internal teams to find solutions. The successful candidate will support projects to meet their regulatory requirements and facilitate the completion of deliverables concerning the regulatory approval processes and compliance.
Your Key Responsibilities
Drive project delivery with a key focus on efficient execution, project controls, and safety
Collaborate with Stantec colleagues on pursuits and project delivery that involves assessment and permitting
Provide environmental regulatory knowledge and expertise to a wide variety of projects
Support the identification and assessment of environmental features, constraints, alternatives, potential effects, mitigation measures, and avoidance opportunities
Liaise with local, provincial, and federal agencies regarding permits and approvals
Share knowledge and experience to help develop more junior staff.
Seek out and develop relationships with new and existing clients
Lead quality proposals and projects from inception to completion
Comply with health and safety and quality management processes
Participate in team and independent based work
Take part in on-the-job learning and professional development opportunities
Your Capabilities and Experience
Experience in, or a solid understanding of, the consulting industry in a multidisciplinary environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in project management, including financial, technical, and scheduling aspects.
Ability to work with initiative, professionalism and confidentiality, multi-task and adapt to change in a very dynamic environment
Strong understanding of provincial (AB, BC, SK, MB) and federal regulations, environmental assessment processes, permitting requirements and construction planning needs Knowledge of territorial and federal environmental legislation applicable in Northwest Territories and Nunavut would be an asset
Demonstrated effective writing and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Effective writing and communication skills
Proven problem-solving skills and innovative thinking
Committed to providing quality deliverables in a timely manner
Ability and desire to coach and mentor less experienced staff
Preferred: experience in midstream including construction execution and support
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in the Sciences, Environmental Studies or relevant Engineering field (e.g., geography, ecology, or energy transition).
A Master’s degree (or master’s degree in progress) is an asset.
Holding or eligibility to obtain a relevant professional designation (e.g., P. Bio, R.P.F., P.Ag, EP, P.Eng) preferred but, not necessary.
A minimum of 18 years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Previous consulting experience preferred.
A valid driver’s license.
A typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
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.
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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.
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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: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 04/06/2026 08:06:10
Req ID: 1006195
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