Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s growing Environmental practice is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our dynamic team in Wethersfield, CT. This candidate will work with a team of professionals to conduct a wide array of ecological, wildlife and water resources related studies and analysis for a multitude of environmental, land development and energy projects (e.g., wetland functional assessments, wildlife habitat evaluations, and rare species surveys).

Responsibilities

• Effectively interact with numerous VHB staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner
• Work with a team of professionals to conduct a wide array of ecological, wildlife and water resources related studies and analysis for a multitude of environmental, land development and energy (transmission and renewables) projects (e.g., wetland functional assessments, wildlife habitat evaluations, and rare species surveys)
• Data analysis, field investigations and technical report writing
• Ability to utilize and work with GIS applications for field collection and desktop analysis
• This position may include night/weekend shifts and/or working in challenging weather conditions

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work confidently and independently on highly active construction sites
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills as this position will require coordination with subconsultants and colleagues in other office locations regularly
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to grow professionally
• Ability to think critically and solve problems
• Strong communication skills between clients, contractors, and state/federal officials

Qualifications

• BS in environmental science, natural resources, environmental planning, wetland science, soil science, ecological sciences, or related field
• Experience with environmental permitting and NEPA compliance a plus
• Ability to use GIS applications for field collection experience is a plus
• 0-1 years of environmental natural resources field experience required

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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