Geoscientist/Geomorphologist

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an Intermediate Geoscientist with the ability to join our Burnaby, British Columbia office (would consider another Stantec Office that fits with our business model). This individual would be joining a global team of specialists that reduce the impacts of geohazards, save lives, develop resilient infrastructure, and help protect communities. 

The Geohazards and Geomorphology team at Stantec:

• Develops geomorphological and geohazard models through terrain mapping and terrain assessments
• Models hillslope and channel processes and sediment transport to inform design for mitigating risk
• Assesses and analyzes pre- and post-wildfire debris flows and debris hazards and risk assessments. Integrates models into engineering design, management, mitigation and monitoring solutions
• Landslide inventory mapping, probability of failure assessments, and quantitative hazard and risk analyses
• Field mapping and investigations of hillslope, fluvial, coastal, karst, and tectonic geomorphology and geohazards 
• Interprets and analyzes aerial, satellite, InSAR, LiDAR, and UAV data to inform and monitor critical infrastructure and communities
• Advances engineering geological models based on desktop and field analyses to inform clients on current and future conditions
• Works across business line and technical specialties that regularly include archaeologists, biologists, hydrotechnical, geotechnical, civil and environmental engineers, geomatics practitioners, and GIS experts

More information about the Geohazards and Geomorphology team at Stantec can be found at Geohazards (stantec.com).

Your Key Responsibilities

This is a technical role at an intermediate level. You could reasonably be expected to:

• Provide technical expertise and conduct (at the desktop and field levels)
  • geomorphological assessments
  • landslide and landslide hazard assessments
  • landslide risk assessments
  • support geotechnical engineering assessment 
• Model natural hazard phenomena including landslides, rock fall, debris avalanches and debris flows, using industry leading software;
• Compile and analyze data in ArcGIS Pro;
• Collect field data and travel to and from sites. Short (5-10 days) field trips are not uncommon;
• Plan and lead field crews to safely acquire the data necessary to solve client challenges;
• Write reports and be responsible for technical accuracy, communicating limitations and assumptions, delivering within a budget and schedule, and ensuring that the quality meets industry requirements and Stantec expectations;
• Keep accurate time records and submit them weekly; and
• Assist with business development and scope development.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: 

• A proven in-depth understanding of geomorphology with a focus on slopes or river systems. 
• Demonstrated experience with field programs and the ability to read and correctly interpret the geomorphic landscape.
• Demonstrated experience in geomorphological mapping and methods.
• We have a strong preference for candidates with ArcGIS Pro experience. Other GIS experience is acceptable, but the candidate must be willing to rapidly learn ArcGIS Pro on their own time to meet the job requirements and expectations;
• Experience with managing, processing, and analyzing large data sets including but not limited to LiDAR, InSAR, Structure-From-Motion multi-view stereo point clouds is preferred.
• Familiarity with the geotechnical properties of soils and/or rocks;
• Willingness to travel and participate in remote field work and ability to adapt to unpredictable field conditions;
• Physically fit and able to endure hiking in rugged terrain. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather;
• Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time;
• Strong communications and writing skills;
• Ability to work independently;
• Work effectively in a team environment;
• Proficient in written English; and
• A valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

• The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in the field of geomorphology, geology, engineering geology or related field and relevant experience. 
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of professional experience.
• Registered in good standing as a P.Geo. in British Columbia with EGBC. G.I.T. applicants will be considered but must demonstrate a clear path to their professional designation as a P.Geo. Registrations in other provinces are not a requirement but would be considered an asset, particularly AB and YK. 

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.

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 

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.