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 both the built and natural environments.

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.
• Prefers technical proficiency in ArcGIS and Microsoft Suite.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a positive impact on the environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in ArcGIS and Microsoft Suite.
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.
• Experience with wetland delineations and habitat evaluations.
• Ability to work effectively with regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Benefits package.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Health Savings Account with V3 funding contribution.
• Retail retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours.

Benefits

• Health Savings Account with V3 funding contribution.
• Retail retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee-led enrichment programs devoted to wellness, community impact, and more.
• Firm ownership opportunities.

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 that positively influence the world around you, goal-driven career development, training, and mentorship programs, cutting-edge technology with a dedicated technology advancement committee, employee-led enrichment programs devoted to wellness, community impact, and more, and firm ownership opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

V3 is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran.