Senior Team Lead, Site Remediation & Investigations

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.
Your OpportunityAn opportunity exists for a highly motivated, personable, and very organized Senior Team Lead (STL) on our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) Team in our Prairies and Territories (P&T) Environmental Services Business Centre (BC). You will report directly to the BC Operations Leader (BCOL) and work closely with the BC Leadership team. As STL, you will be the primary SIR contact point for the BC’s leadership team. Your direct reports will include SIR Team Leads (TL) and together you will help grow our business through ongoing resource planning, recruitment, retention, and development of staff. Technical work will make up 50% of your time.
Application Deadline: November 13, 2026.
Your Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Work
Collaborating with all Environmental Services teams to drive new technical initiatives or service lines
Providing guidance and support on projects through roles such as subject matter expert or technical discipline lead
Creating technical reports as requested
Developing proposals and submissions to support client projects
Adhering to client and project deadlines by completing work in a timely manner
Assisting SIR team members with complex work where required
Leading or actively participating in SIR team meetings, contributing insights and representing the SIR team in broader ES meetings
Liaising and providing communication for sector leads, sector representatives and project managers to resource proposals and project work
Leadership
Providing guidance and leadership to SIR Team Leads on the operational management of the team and working with all ES teams
Establishing and communicating team goals that align with the Business Centre’s strategic objectives
Monitoring and optimizing team utilization rates by ensuring resources are effectively deployed and balanced based on capacity, skills and staff career goals
Working with Business Centre Lead(s), Technical Discipline Leads, Technical Area Leads to identify and manage professional development activities and business development opportunities in support of staff career goals
Participating in the recruitment process for new hires and transfers including the coordination of onboarding activities and IT setup
Providing coaching and development opportunities to Team Leads as it relates to employee career progression and development (individuals and teams)
Providing recommendations for career level progression and rate recommendations
Overseeing the goal setting and performance year end reviews process within the SIR team to ensure Team Leads are actively engaging with their direct reports
Providing and assisting Team Leads on-going performance evaluation and targeted constructive feedback
Assisting and providing input in performance management when required
Maintaining positive working relationships with Technical Area Leaders and Business Centre Leaders within the SIR team
Leading and acting as a champion for recognition and rewards programs
Collaborating with safety personnel and leadership to support mandatory training requirements of all employees within the SIR team
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Proven experience and ability to lead a diverse group of individuals in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
Dynamic leader with the ability to work collaboratively and motivate people toward a shared vision
Creative, solutions-focused thinker with strong inter-personal and communication (written and verbal) skills
Active and empathetic listener, experienced in navigating difficult personal and professional conversations aimed at a positive and productive outcome
Committed and supportive delegator who is highly organized, able to multi-task and prioritize
Confident and collaborative decision maker
Open and honest communicator with proven ability to provide positive and constructive feedback to staff
Previous leadership or management experience is desirable
Strong understanding of intrusive investigation methods and remediation principles and technologies.
Strong understanding of provincial (AB, SK, MB, NT) and federal soil and groundwater remediation guidelines
Education and ExperienceBachelor’s or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field.
Professional designation (e.G., P.Eng, P.Geo, P.Chem, P.Ag., etc.) recognized in AB, SK, MB, and/or Northwest Territories.
Minimum 10 years of related experience
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. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
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 StantecStantec 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 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 | AB | CalgaryOther Locations:
Canada | SK | SaskatoonOrganization:
BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA AlbertaEmployee Status:
RegularManagement Level:
Midlevel managerBusiness Justification:
ReplacementTravel:
YesSchedule:
Full time
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