Senior Associate Consultant | South Bend or Indianapolis, IN

About the role

Davey Resource Group, Inc. has openings throughout South Bend, Indianapolis, and the Great Lakes region for experienced environmental consulting professionals. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with Davey Resource Group project developers, biologists, and project managers on a variety of ecological restoration projects
• Prepare and supervise client proposals, technical report writing, and plan development for ecological restoration of upland, wetland and stream environments
• Provide senior level project management and expertise
• Perform a key role in the development of new projects, grant writing, networking and identifying new client relationships and project opportunities
• Attend conferences/workshops and public speaking

Qualifications

• Minimum of a four-year degree in biology, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields
• At least eight years of experience working in the natural resources field performing ecological consulting work
• Proficient with state laws and environmental regulations
• Valid driver's license and have a good driving record
• Desired credentials include PWS, ESA Certified Ecologist, and/or CPESC
• Teamwork-oriented with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety

Skills

• Proficiency with stream/wetlands restoration design work, including modeling and plan development
• Experience performing construction oversight of restoration projects
• Capable of managing large projects with multiple subcontractors
• Maintain an existing network of clients and contacts within the ecological consulting industry
• Additional experience in environmental planning, permitting, monitoring, construction, wetland delineation and section 401/404 permitting is a plus

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• Option to buy company stock after one year (full-time positions)

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Travel Expectations: Up to 50%