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Environmental/Wetland Scientist - Energy Consulting
About Our Client: A prominent environmental consulting firm in the Northeast U.S., known for its diverse client base and commitment to project success and team support.
Role Summary: Our client is seeking dedicated entry to mid-level Environmental/Wetland Scientists to join their newly formed Energy Services Practice. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting natural resource surveys and environmental permitting on various energy projects, including electric transmission/distribution, battery energy storage, solar, natural gas, and both onshore and offshore wind generation. If you're passionate about environmental conservation and have a keen interest in energy projects, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conducting wetland delineations, vernal pool surveys, rare species surveys, wildlife habitat assessments, and wetland function and values assessments.
- Assisting in the preparation of technical reports and federal, state, and local environmental permit applications under relevant regulatory programs.
- Performing project site inspections, construction oversight, and regulatory compliance evaluations on energy infrastructure construction projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource-related field such as wetland science, biology, ecology, wildlife management, soil science, or botany.
- 3-7 years of relevant professional experience in natural resource surveys and environmental permitting projects, particularly in federal and state wetlands/NEPA permitting in New England and New York.
- General environmental consulting experience in the energy market sector, including traditional and renewable generation facilities, electric and natural gas transmission/distribution, and energy storage projects.
- Working knowledge of GIS and GPS survey tools.
- Superior writing and oral communication skills.
- Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
- Certifications such as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or In Training (PWIT) by the Society of Wetland Scientists, wetland scientist certification (CWS) by the State of New Hampshire, and/or certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) by The Wildlife Society are a plus.
Willingness to travel as necessary within the Northeast.
Working Conditions: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.