Biophysical Co-op Student

Biophysical Co-op Student - ( 2400013Y )

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 is looking to hire an individual for the role of Biophysical Co-op/Summer Student in our Edmonton, AB office. Your primary role will be to support the post-construction monitoring program at a solar energy facility in Edmonton. You will also be supporting a multi-disciplinary technical team across a variety of sectors. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in several disciplines within our environmental services group such as wildlife, vegetation, wetlands, as well as reclamation and remediation. You will also work directly with project management and technical discipline leads.

The position will extend from May 1 (start date negotiable) through November 15.

Key Responsibilities

• Field based position
• Post-construction monitoring for wildlife mortalities at a local solar energy project, with a commitment to complete the full season of monitoring (May through November 15)
• Working in a collaborative team environment and under deadlines in wilderness and outdoor settings, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Support a variety of biophysical field work

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge or interest in renewable energy projects and regulatory requirements (e.g., bat and bird migration, Post Construction Monitoring Programs) is an asset.
• Detail-oriented, thorough, and accurate. Ability to maintain focus while searching for carcasses.
• Ability to identify Alberta bird species (or willingness to learn)
• Good driving record and valid Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Able to lift 50lbs and endure long days of challenging field work while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude.
• Excellent navigational skills and ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in the field.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic environment under deadlines.

Education and Experience

• This opportunity is available for a co-op/summer student or a recent graduate from an environmental program who is eligible for funding programs through ECO Canada. There is potential for full time employment following the position end date.
• Please include detailed information on field-based skills and any valid health and safety training certificates (e.g., first aid level C, auxiliary vehicles, etc.). Please state if you are currently enrolled in a co-op program.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include remote work, long drives, 2 week away from home shifts (including evenings, weekends, and holidays), and 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.

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.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, 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-Alberta-Edmonton

Work Locations :

Edmonton AB

Organization : BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta

Employee Status : Temporary

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 7, 2024, 2:42:50 PM

Req ID: 2400013Y

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