Natural Resources Project Scientist

About the role

V3 Companies seeks a Natural Resources Project Scientist in Indiana, Ohio, or Southwest Michigan, with a preference for the central Ohio region. This position involves contributing to significant projects that restore and enhance the environment, working alongside a team of 450+ professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage project fieldwork in Power and Energy, private development markets, and watershed planning.
• Complete project reports within assigned timelines and provide technical direction.
• Maintain project status and budgets, and keep project files updated.
• Perform and coordinate fieldwork with the Natural Resources Team, including wetland delineations and habitat evaluations.
• Prepare, submit, and obtain Section 404/401 and isolated wetland permit approvals.
• Work on natural resource design/build projects.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and responsible decision-making.
• Represent V3 at professional industry events.
• Offer feedback to supervisory staff on performance of existing processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, ecology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with wetland delineations, habitat evaluations, and regulatory agency coordination.
• Strong communication and project coordination experience.
• Preferrably technical proficiency in ArcGIS and Microsoft Suite.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Passionate about environmental conservation and restoration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Skills

• Proficiency in ArcGIS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with regulatory agency coordination.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible work hours.

Benefits

• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Why V3?

We empower our people with the skills and spirit to achieve their goals and make impactful transformations in the places we live and work. Our growing firm has offices in Alberta, the Carolinas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, allowing for expert collaboration across North America. Working with us opens the door to exciting projects, goal-driven career development, training, and mentorship programs, cutting-edge technology, employee-led enrichment programs, and firm ownership opportunities.