Intermediate Environmental Scientist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. AtkinsRéalis scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Description
Overview
AtkinsRéalis has one of the most experienced environmental and geosciences engineering consulting teams in Canada and is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Fort St John, BC team. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing fundamental tasks related to Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and land Reclamation activities, including groundwater monitoring and sampling, remedial excavations, spill response and vegetation assessments. Other technical responsibilities may include subcontractor supervision, project coordination, cost tracking, and report preparation for peer review.
Your role
- Historical data review and subsequent site inspections.
- Groundwater monitoring and sampling.
- Hydraulic conductivity testing.
- Surface soil and water sampling.
- Soil vapour sampling.
- Supervision of drilling activities.
- Installation of groundwater monitoring wells.
- Supervision of remedial excavations.
- Photographic and written documentation of site activities.
- Communication with on-site personnel and Project Manager.
- Assist in communicating and building relationships with clients.
- Preparation of technical reports.
- Promoting Health and Safety programs and culture.
- Working as a team with other regions as opportunities arise.
About you
- Diploma or Degree from a program with relevant subject matter. Eligibility for professional designation is considered an asset.
- Field Of Study: Engineering, Geology, Agrology, Biology or Environmental Sciences.
- Work Experience: 2 to 5 years.
- Candidates with experience primarily in the upstream oil and gas section are preferred, however, work in multiple settings, both geographically and industrially is considered an asset.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Demonstrated technical skills in field activities related to Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) including groundwater monitoring and sampling techniques, various drilling techniques, soil sample collection and logging, soil vapour sampling, remedial excavations, spill response and quality assurance/quality control protocols.
- Capable of understanding and appropriately applying prescribed safety and technical protocols.
- Self-motivated, high energy, strong organizational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Candidates must possess a Valid Class 5 Full driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Willing to undertake field work year-round and travel throughout Western Canada, at times for extended periods (weeks).
- Must be willing to travel to remote locations and work for extended shifts (up to 3 weeks per shift), including weekends and statutory holidays.
- Must be willing to work overtime during field shifts (up to 12 hrs/day).
Expected compensation for this role is between $68,000-$85,000 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
This is a 37.5 hour work week.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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