Team Leader - Site Investigation And Remediation

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 Opportunity
Team Leaders at Stantec are purpose‑driven leaders and future builders of our business. As a front‑line people leader, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the next generation of talent — creating clarity, opportunity, and momentum for individuals as they grow their careers. You’ll position both the people and the business for long-term success, while fostering a culture of trust, engagement, and continuous development.Stantec is seeking Team Leaders to lead our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) and Environment, Health, Safety, and Compliance (EHSC) teams in Nova Scotia. In this role, you’ll combine people leadership, project management expertise, and technical excellence to drive team success and deliver complex environmental projects. You’ll work closely with the Senior Team Leader (STL), Business Centre Operations Leader (BCOL), and Practice Leaders (BCPLs) to strengthen team performance, build culture, and grow the business.Location flexibility: You can be based in Charlottetown, Moncton, Saint John, or Fredericton. Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.Your Key Responsibilities
Align appropriate resources and technical support for project backlog and business development opportunities in collaboration with business center and sector leadership
Partner with team members to proactively resolve personnel, resourcing, and project-related issues to ensure successful project outcomes
Provide day‑to‑day people leadership, including performance management, coaching, and recruitment, with accountability for project execution and quality
Lead the annual performance review process for direct reports in accordance with company policy
Contribute technical expertise to environmental services projects, including business development, client relationship management, and project or discipline leadership
Support planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to achieve key financial metrics, including utilization and work‑in‑progress/accounts receivable management
Assist in meeting or exceeding budgeted net revenue targets through effective project delivery and resource optimization
Support staff integration and collaboration across disciplines and regional teams to enable efficient, high‑quality project execution
Champion a strong safety culture and support training initiatives, ensuring all project activities comply with health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) requirements
Work from the office a minimum of three days per week
Travel to other offices as business needs require
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment, with hands‑on leadership or people management experience in a project‑based setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide, motivate, and support team members
Solid problem‑solving, organizational, collaboration, and coordination skills, with attention to detail and follow‑through
Proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is considered an asset
Education and Experience
Degree or diploma in Environmental Science or a related field5+ years of consulting or related experience in Site Investigation and Remediation and or EHSCProven experience managing environmental projects and teamsFamiliarity with project management frameworks, HSSE, and QA/QC processesTypical 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.#StayInquisitivePay Range
Locations in PEI & NB-$88,800.00 - $133,300.00 AnnuallyPay 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 | NS | DartmouthOther Locations:
Canada | NB | FrederictonOrganization:
BC-1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic CanadaEmployee Status:
RegularManagement Level:
Midlevel managerBusiness Justification:
ReplacementTravel:
YesSchedule:
Full time
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