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Join to apply for the Senior Environmental Consultant - Natural Resources role at Stantec 3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior Environmental Consultant - Natural Resources role at Stantec Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. Stantec is seeking an exceptionally talented, enthusiastic, and experienced Senior Environmental Consultant/Project Manager with a keen interest in natural resources to lead teams based in Texas. Your Opportunity This person is a passionate individual with strong natural resource expertise ready to lead business development and project teams with wetland delineations, natural resource permitting, threatened and endangered species assessments, wildlife and aquatic surveys, erosion control and construction oversight and other opportunities as needed. The candidate will work closely with project managers, other environmental scientists, and civil engineers to support the development and delivery of environmental studies for projects involving electric transmission lines, natural gas pipelines, wind and solar electric generation facilities, wetland and stream restorations and other projects for private, municipal, state, and federal clients. This position encompasses our Win, Do, and Manage approach to how we operate our business. Your role would involve leading the business development aspects of consulting (Win) while working with a dedicated team to delivering projects (Do) and managing those projects (Manage) as it relates to natural resources. This position will initially include working in Irving, Texas, and various locations throughout the Gulf States, with future opportunities to work with other Stantec staff around the United States. Your Key Responsibilities Identify and pursue business development opportunities consistent with the vision and strategic plan. Develop and maintain a broad range of client relationships throughout the sector through coordination with Stantec’s marketing team, regional sector leadership, and local technical staff to develop winning proposals. Create and maintain internal relationships across Stantec’s practices and geographies to promote cross-selling of services. Support our participation in regional and national industry groups to advance the Stantec brand and maximize exposure of Stantec’s subject matter experts through activities such as presentations and committee participation, where available and appropriate. Engage and develop relationships with key industry partners that can help advance Stantec’s position in the marketplace. Project Delivery Provide technical leadership on projects and thought leadership on solutions to environmental challenges for energy and other infrastructure projects. Lead our teams that collect and report on tasks that will include, wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat characterizations, land use mapping and vegetation cover classification, and other natural resource-focused surveys. Coordinate, oversee, and prepare permit applications for the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife, and various state agencies. Partner with our engineer and design teams to deliver successful energy projects. Effectively communicate data collection methods and results to varied audiences that include clients, regulators, and the public. Recruit, mentor, and support the professional development of staff. Your Capabilities And Credentials Minimum of 10 years’ experience providing or managing technical services in a professional services setting. 5 years’ experience in a business development capacity. Proven business development and client relationship management experience. Demonstrated ability to successfully lead diverse project teams and manage large complex projects, particularly energy or transportation projects. Experience with local, state, and federal environmental permitting in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas including experience with Sections 401, 404, and 408 of the Clean Water Act and Section 7/10 of the Endangered Species Act. Experience with permitting in ERCOT, MISO, and SPP is a plus. Demonstrated experience in managing permitting applications and projects from start to finish. An enthusiastic attitude to collaborate with others and be a key part of a team focused on building a regional permitting program. Ability to review project work, quantities, costs, accuracy of specifications, completeness, and constructability. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; including advanced technical writing abilities. Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously. Ability to perform work accurately in a detail-oriented environment and meet project deadlines. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, procedures, correspondence, and other written materials. Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams, and successfully interact with clients, counsel, and stakeholders. Ability to work well independently and with multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. Travel locally, regionally, and nationally as required for proposal and project needs. Possess valid US driver’s license and good driving record. Education and Certifications Bachelor's or graduate degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Geology, or a related field. Certification as Professional Wetland Scientist is preferred. 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. 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. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) 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 | TX | Irving Organization: BC-2353 EnvSvcs-US Gulf West Employee Status: Regular Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 17/06/2025 02:06:51 Req ID: REQ2500007V Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stantec by 2x Get notified about new Senior Environmental Consultant jobs in Dallas, TX . 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