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Environmental Professional

T. Baker Smith
Metairie, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/13/2026
Job Description:

Position Title

Environmental Specialist


Position Purpose

Expand and develop your career by joining our growing firm! We are offering the opportunity to a 2 to 5 -year experienced professional to join our team. This position will conduct wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species surveys, stormwater pollution prevention plan preparation and inspections, and assist project managers and other teaming associates with permitting, report preparation, and other environmental and regulatory project requirements.

You will also help us serve our clients and communities and provide a vital role to the success of T. Baker Smith, our Environmental Discipline, but most importantly to your fellow associates, clients, and all our community and environment.

The purpose of this position is to provide professional, technical day-to-day support and input to the Senior Project Manager(s) and Project Manager(s), and for carrying out the scope of work in accordance with the proposal and/or the contract terms. Primarily responsible for providing advanced technical support in the development/completion of assigned environmental projects.


Essential Functions

Assist in the development and coordination of environmental projects.

Conduct fieldwork for environmental studies and reviews.

Prepare the report and deliverables utilizing information gathered from fieldwork conducted.

Contact government agencies or private consultants to obtain information for studies and surveys.

Coordinate the technical aspects of a variety of environmental and regulatory services.

Evaluate project quality and review technical reports.

Work with the project team to achieve the scope, budget, and schedule of the project.

Organize and maintain project files and maintain a neat and organized work area. Maintain current knowledge of equipment, techniques, procedures, and regulations.

Develop your skill sets, with assistance from your team, for your professional development.

Participate as part of a community of associates.

Participate in professional development and training.

Work as part of a team helping them and you succeed.

Participate in proposal efforts.

Assure drawings and designs are in accordance with project standards.


Supervisory Responsibilities

None.


Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate, handle, maneuver and/or manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, and telephone; talk and hear; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in biology, botany, environmental or coastal sciences, forestry, wildlife, fisheries, or similar field.

Ability to relate to clients and people at all levels of the organization and must possess excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret most complex documents.

Ability to operate computer, using technical software, spreadsheets, and other business software. GIS experience is a plus.


Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate performs responsibilities equally in both a typical office and outdoor environment and is exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate. Associate does work outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associate does ride in a boat and is frequently exposed to the noise, dust, smells, and other environmental factors present in such situations. Nights away from home are sometimes required but are generally planned in advance.


Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, requiring 40 hours per week. Nights and weekend commitments to the organization, its associates, and clients are required, but are generally planned in advance.




Job Requirements:

POSITION DESCRIPTION


Position Title

Environmental Specialist

Accountable To

Lead Professional-Environmental


Target Ratio

Direct (billable) hours / Total hours worked 75-90%


Position Purpose

Expand and develop your career by joining our growing firm! We are offering the opportunity to a 2 to 5 -year experienced professional to join our team. This position will conduct wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species surveys, stormwater pollution prevention plan preparation and inspections, and assist project managers and other teaming associates with permitting, report preparation, and other environmental and regulatory project requirements.

You will also help us serve our clients and communities and provide a vital role to the success of T. Baker Smith, our Environmental Discipline, but most importantly to your fellow associates, clients, and all our community and environment.


The purpose of this position is to provide professional, technical day-to-day support and input to the Senior Project Manager(s) and Project Manager(s), and for carrying out the scope of work in accordance with the proposal and/or the contract terms. Primarily responsible for providing advanced technical support in the development/completion of assigned environmental projects.

Accountability Chart Responsibilities

  • Leads technical tasks on projects.
  • Develops project deliverables.
  • Collaborates with project team members.
  • Supports task quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

Essential Functions

  • Assist in the development and coordination of environmental projects.
  • Conduct fieldwork for environmental studies and reviews.
  • Prepare the report and deliverables utilizing information gathered from fieldwork conducted.
  • Contact government agencies or private consultants to obtain information for studies and surveys.
  • Coordinate the technical aspects of a variety of environmental and regulatory services.
  • Evaluate project quality and review technical reports.
  • Work with the project team to achieve the scope, budget, and schedule of the project.
  • Organize and maintain project files and maintain a neat and organized work area. Maintain current knowledge of equipment, techniques, procedures, and regulations.

  • Develop your skill sets, with assistance from your team, for your professional development.
  • Participate as part of a community of associates.
  • Participate in professional development and training.
  • Work as part of a team helping them and you succeed.
  • Participate in proposal efforts.
  • Assure drawings and designs are in accordance with project standards.

Firmwide Functions

  • Must be 100% on the same page with the TBS COMPASS.
  • Meet or exceed the bar on the TBS People Analyzer.
  • Adhere to the TBS Policies and Practices and TBS Safety Best Practices and Guidelines.
  • Perform duties, as assigned or as apparent, to add value to projects and exceed client expectations.
  • Meet or exceed personal target utilization rate.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.


Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate, handle, maneuver and/or manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, and telephone; talk and hear; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in biology, botany, environmental or coastal sciences, forestry, wildlife, fisheries, or similar field.
  • Ability to relate to clients and people at all levels of the organization and must possess excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret most complex documents.
  • Ability to operate computer, using technical software, spreadsheets, and other business software. GIS experience is a plus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate performs responsibilities equally in both a typical office and outdoor environment and is exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate. Associate does work outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associate does ride in a boat and is frequently exposed to the noise, dust, smells, and other environmental factors present in such situations. Nights away from home are sometimes required but are generally planned in advance.


Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, requiring 40 hours per week. Nights and weekend commitments to the organization, its associates, and clients are required, but are generally planned in advance.

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