About this role
Regulatory Specialist
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
Stantec is currently seeking Regulatory Specialists to provide technical support on a variety of tasks within a large multi-year project. This position will be part of Stantec’s Environmental Services team that provides the full range of expertise needed to address a variety of permitting and approval requirements. Our staff members have established excellent working relationships with public agencies throughout the mid-Atlantic, and our regulatory knowledge and scientific expertise allow us to help our clients develop the most effective approach to securing approvals.
Your Key Responsibilities
Complete desktop reviews of projects to determine environmental constraints
Draft summary memorandum detailing the results of the desktop review
Develop submittals for agency required permitting tasks
Coordinate permitting for railroad and utility crossings
Communicate (written and orally) and collaborate with the project team to provide task updates and ensure consistency in project execution
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently and take initiative.
Proficient with MS Office suite (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to learn and adapt to multiple tasks and processes quickly in a dynamic environment.
Excellent technical writing.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
Support and ensure implementation of Stantec’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field
0-3 Years Experience
Strong background in regulatory review and permitting preferred
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or 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. #StayInquisitive
Pay Range:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, MA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$50,600.00 - $70,800.00 Annually
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) 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 | VA | Richmond
Organization: BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Entry Level
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 13/11/2026 08:11:14
Req ID: 1008907
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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