Data Scientist - Environmental Services

Job summary

Develop and implement AI-powered solutions and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and knowledge sharing within the Environmental Services team. Collaborate with technical and business leaders to identify workflow improvements and drive the adoption of emerging technologies.

Job details

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. Our Environmental Services Group is a significant part of Stantec’s success and employs over 3,000 staff across North America. Our dedicated group of professionals provide a wide variety of environmental services and are recognized as leaders in the industry. Stantec is 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 We have an immediate part-time opportunity for a Data Scientist to join our dynamic Environmental Services team in British Columbia. This position is responsible for developing and implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered solutions, including Copilot agents and automation tools, that enhance operational efficiency, improve knowledge sharing, and support data-driven decision-making. Working closely with technical and business leaders, the role identifies opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize the use of environmental data, and drives the adoption of emerging technologies that improve project delivery and business performance. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement AI solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and consistency across Environmental Services business processes and project delivery. * Design, build, and maintain Copilot agents and automation tools that support environmental professionals with knowledge retrieval, document generation, data analysis, and routine workflows. * Collaborate with technical experts and operational leaders to identify opportunities for process improvements, translate business needs into AI solutions, and support adoption of new technologies. * Analyze existing environmental assessment workflows and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains. * Manage and optimize environmental data and knowledge resources to enable effective AI-driven insights, decision-making, and information sharing across projects and regions. * Ensure AI solutions are reliable, secure, and aligned with business objectives, while promoting responsible AI practices, continuous improvement, and innovation within the Environmental Services team. QUALIFICATIONS Capabilities and Credentials * Strong understanding of data governance, cybersecurity, and AI risk management. * Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and organizational change. * Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills. Education and Experience * 10+ years of professional experience in consulting, digital transformation, business systems, or technology. * Advanced expertise with Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and Microsoft 365. 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. 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) 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.

What you’ll do

Develop and implement AI-powered solutions and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and knowledge sharing within the Environmental Services team. Collaborate with technical and business leaders to identify workflow improvements and drive the adoption of emerging technologies.

Requirements

Requires 10+ years of professional experience in consulting, digital transformation, or technology. Candidates must possess advanced expertise in Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, and the Power Platform.

Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Wellness program • Health care spending account • Wellness spending account • Group registered retirement savings plan • Employee stock purchase program • Group tax-free savings account • Life insurance • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance • Short-term disability plan • Long-term disability plan • Emergency travel benefits • Tuition reimbursement • Professional membership fee coverage • Paid time off

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Microsoft 365 · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Data science
• Artificial intelligence
• Microsoft Copilot
• Copilot Studio
• Power Platform
• Microsoft 365
• Data governance
• Cybersecurity
• AI risk management
• Digital transformation
• Business systems
• Automation
• Stakeholder engagement
• Problem-solving
• Process improvement
• Environmental data analysis
• Sustainable Engineering
• Operational Efficiency
• Responsible AI
• Proofreading
• Organizational Change Management
• Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Workflow Management
• Business Objectives
• Time Off Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Microsoft Power Platform
• Emerging Technologies
• Digital Transformation
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Project Delivery
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Artificial Intelligence Risk
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analysis
• Business Process
• Business Systems
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Consulting
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Creativity
• Cyber Security
• Data Governance
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Environmental Consulting
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Information Sharing
• Problem Solving

Job areas

• Data & Analytics
• Technology
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Consulting
• Software
• Environmental Scientist
• Environmental Planner / Scientist
• Environmental Protection Professionals
• Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health