Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, Stantec experts lead their respective 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 are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities we support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
The Ecosystems Team has an opportunity for a Junior Terrestrial Ecologist in our Waterloo, London, Markham, Stoney Creek or Toronto office. The successful candidate will join our team of aquatic and terrestrial biologists who value teamwork and enjoy the company of their colleagues.
Your Key Responsibilities
Primary Tasks, working under the supervision of Project Managers and Senior Biologists:
- Conduct background reviews for natural heritage assessments
- Participate in field work using Stantec’s Standard Operating Procedures and industry standard protocols with support from experienced staff, including inventory and assessment of:
- Wildlife and wildlife habitat
- Flora and vegetation communities
- Aquatic habitat
- Fish, benthic macroinvertebrates, sediment and water quality
- Species at risk and other species of conservation concern
- Determining the effectiveness of mitigation efforts for species at risk or other sensitive species or features in Ontario during construction projects
- Enter, compile, and analyze field data
- Prepare reports, including natural heritage input to a variety of planning projects such as species at risk assessments, environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, and ecological monitoring
- Assist in the preparation of applications for authorization under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 or other relevant legislation
- Occasionally travel for work, including field work in remote locations, which may require intense travel during the field season and on weekends
- Participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in the execution of all work
Occasional tasks may include:
- Participate in field sampling for fish, benthic macroinvertebrates, sediment and water quality
- Conduct aquatic and habitat assessments for fisheries
Your Capabilities and Credentials
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Species identification expertise (e.g., trees and other plants, herptiles, birds, fish
- Valid Class G driver’s license
- Enthusiasm for working in field and office setting
- Ability to work well within a team environment
- Independent problem-solving abilities, and able to adapt to an evolving work schedule
- Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
- Organization and time management skills
The following would be considered assets:
- Previous environmental consulting experience
- Previous experience conducting surveys for species at risk in Ontario
- Previous experience supporting environmental assessments and permitting
- Certification or experience applying Ecological Land Classification in Ontario
- Certification or experience applying the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System
- Experience applying the Significant Wildlife Habitat Technical Guide and Ecoregion Criteria Schedules
- Butternut Health Assessor certification
- Backpack electrofishing certification and other fisheries experience
Education and Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in biology or technical diploma in a related field is required as a minimum
- Minimum of 1 years of experience as an ecologist or biologist in Ontario
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, complete exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
This is a contract position that is expected to run from April 1 to December 15, 2026, with the possibility of an extension. Compensation to be determined based on experience.
This posting closes on March 15, 2026.
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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