Stantec · 1 day ago
Senior Paleontologist
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$81K/yr - $121K/yr
7+ years expStantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The Senior Paleontologist will manage projects, oversee field teams, coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies, and mentor junior staff, while leading all aspects of paleontological resource investigations in compliance with various regulations.
ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Preparation and review of paleontological technical reports, CEQA/NEPA documents, impact mitigation plans, and annual permit reports
Preparation of cost proposals including budgets and scopes of work
Project management: implementation of projects from kickoff to completion, including client and agency coordination, project scheduling, coordination of support staff, and budget management
Oversight of the implementation of resource impact mitigation measures including monitoring and fossil collection projects of all types and sizes
Participation in and logistical planning for field projects from inception to completion across the western US
Supervision and training of field crews, management and QA/QC of field data, and coordination with land management agencies and clients
Participation in and supervision of existing data analyses including museum and agency record searches, geologic map reviews, and literature-based research
Assistance with marketing and business development efforts
Adherence to ethical business practices, professional standards, laws and regulations, and best practices in mitigation paleontology
Promote health and safety standards in all field and office operations
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated professional experience and competency with paleontological resource mitigation procedures and techniques
Meet federal qualifications as a paleontological permittee (e.g., 43 Code of Federal Regulations Part 49.110)
Working knowledge of how paleontological resources and their associated data are used in conducting and publishing professional paleontological research
Advanced understanding of federal, state, and local laws and procedures that apply to all aspects of mitigation paleontology
Candidates must be motivated team members, possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and are ready to make a commitment to professional excellence
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and as an integral part of a team
Possession of graduate level academic training (M.S. or Ph.D.) in paleontology and sedimentary geology or equivalent professional experience
Minimum Of Seven Years Of Paleontological Mitigation Experience
Field experience in sedimentary geology and paleontology
Fossil preparation and museum curation experience
Project management experience
Must have good driving record and a valid driver's license
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 and require 5-10 miles of hiking per day while carrying basic field equipment
Office to field work ratio is anticipated to be approximately 75:25 split, with some field work involving travel
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
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
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Eligible for paid sick leave
Company
Stantec
Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$809.3M2025-05-30Post Ipo Debt· $309.3M
2023-11-20Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2023-06-20Post Ipo Debt· $250M
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Vito Culmone
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