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Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
Your Opportunity
Stantec has an opportunity for an Intermediate Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental Services team in our Waterloo office. Consideration would be given to other Ontario offices, including Ottawa, Ontario. As an Intermediate Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical hydrogeology projects, which may include water supply studies, hydrogeologic assessments, dewatering studies, and supporting mining projects and permitting.
Stantec supports your career growth with:
Flexible work arrangements
Excellent and comprehensive benefits for healthcare and dental
Wellness plans to support mental, physical, social, and financial well-being
Registered retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan, both with employer contributions
Formalized career planning and development process
Your Key Responsibilities
Excellent communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications, and presentations
Ability to meet a strong demand for high-quality, organized and consistent results
Ability to work under little supervision and work well with others to achieve group success
Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day consistently
Recognized for your high level of technical skills and practical ability to solve problems in various settings
Must be able to manage time, be organized, and set priorities
Maintain a disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions
Participate in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards, and Guidelines in the execution of all work
Familiarity with local practices and markets as well as entry-level project management skills are considered an asset
A valid G driver’s license is required
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner
Organize field investigations in support of hydrogeology studies, including drilling, well construction, and testing oversight; groundwater and surface water sampling; water level monitoring; hydraulic conductivity testing; and infiltration testing
Develop conceptual site hydrogeologic understanding
Analyze and interpret data, including pumping test results, aquifer response, surface water, and groundwater interaction
Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations, analytical results, and interpretation
Assist project managers with developing project budgets, determining project scope, and establishing project schedules
Travel as required to various field sites, with overnight travel sometimes required
Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions and able to lift /move items and equipment up to 50 lbs, when required
Demonstrate sound understanding and application of established practices, standards, and guidelines
The majority of time is spent in an office environment with prolonged sitting and computer work
Education and Experience
Post-secondary educational background, ideally M.Sc., specializing in a Geoscience or Engineering program with an emphasis on hydrogeology.
A minimum of 5 years of hydrogeological experience. Existing professional registration or ability to work towards a professional registration (P.Geo. or P.Eng.)
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 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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Pay Range:
• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$82,000.00 - $118,900.00 Annually
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$86,900.00 - $126,000.00 Annually
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: Canada | ON | Waterloo
Organization: BC-1609 EnvSvcs-CA Ontario West
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/01/2026 08:01:33
Req ID: 1003657
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