Scientist (Permitting & Ecological Services)

Job Type Full-time Description Build your career with BETA Group, Inc., an employee-owned (ESOP) multidisciplinary consulting firm committed to improving communities together throughout New England. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Scientist to join our Permitting & Ecological Services team and support a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects. This role offers hands-on experience in wetland delineations, ecological assessments, environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and field investigations, with opportunities to contribute to technical reports, environmental reviews, and project planning. You’ll collaborate with experienced scientists, engineers, GIS professionals, and landscape architects while developing your technical expertise and knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations. At BETA, we encourage continuous learning, mentorship, and career development, empowering our employee-owners to grow professionally while delivering meaningful solutions for the communities we serve. Responsibilities: Champion environmental and construction compliance monitoring for infrastructure projects, including long-term, multi-phase projectsPrepare environmental monitoring reports in accordance with the Construction General Permit (CGP), Clean Water Act, and other applicable regulationsAs part of a team, conduct field investigations, including wetland and other natural resource area delineations, using established state and federal methodologiesDevelop environmental review documentation in accordance with NEPA, MEPA, and other applicable requirementsAssist in preparing environmental permit applications under federal, state, and local regulations, including Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, and local wetland bylawsSupport municipal and state agency clients throughout New England with ecological assessments, permitting, and environmental complianceCollect, analyze, and interpret environmental data to support ecological evaluations and project planningPrepare presentation materials and assist with project presentations at public hearings and community meetingsDraft technical comment letters and review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), dewatering plans, and related documents for consistency with environmental regulationsLiaise with regulatory agencies, including MassDEP, USACE, CTDEEP, RIDEM, CRMC, and local conservation commissionsAssist with permitting feasibility studies to identify regulatory requirements and inform project planningCollaborate with scientists, engineers, planners, GIS professionals, and landscape architects to deliver coordinated, high-quality project outcomesParticipate in training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to strengthen technical skills and advance environmental expertise Preferred location is BETA’s Norwood, MA office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week. Growth Opportunities: BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career developmentLeads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project management Requirements Required Experience/Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Science, Soils Science, or a related field4 to 8 years of experience in environmental consulting, wetland science, or ecological complianceEPA Construction Inspection Training Course Certificate, or equalFamiliarity with state environmental regulations throughout New EnglandPrevious experience presenting complex projects in a public settingProven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environmentStrong technical writing skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate, and formal reportsStrong organizational skillsMust be able to collect field data and measurementsMust be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 poundsMust be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of timeMust have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Preferred Experience/Skills : Previous experience overseeing construction for compliance with the NPDES Construction General Permit and other environmental permitsPrevious experience working on transportation and publicly-funded projectsPrevious experience conducting wetland/resource area delineations using state and federal protocolsCESSWI (Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector)Familiarity with MA Wetlands Protection Act, local bylaws, and MEPA regulationsFamiliarity with MA Stormwater Management Standards About BETA: BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability CoverageMedical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Tuition AssistanceProfessional DevelopmentEmployee Engagement Program401(k) Plan with annual 401k match BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship. Salary Description $72,000-$94,000 or commensurate