Senior Environmental Scientist

Responsibilities

• Lead field delineations of Waters of the U.S., including wetlands, and conduct stream assessments
• Cook up visits with clients and regulatory agencies in the field
• Prepare 404 and 401 permit applications
• Primary focus is to execute project activities with client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies
• Complete permit compliance monitoring
• Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses
• Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals
• Provide client and regulatory agency coordination including remedial activities
• Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence
• Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies
• Evaluate site conditions and select wetlands identification, mitigation and regulatory approval strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, Geology, or a related field
• 5-10 years of experience is required
• Professional Wetland Delineator (PWD) or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) is a plus
• Capability to execute and coordinate environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies
• Experience submitting Clean Water Act 404/401 permits is preferred
• Knowledge of Chesapeake Bay Regulation submittals, Wetland or Environmental design, and a NEPA background would be considered a plus
• Ability to compose technical reports, memorandums, and other written communication
• Meet project, client, and regulatory deadlines
• Coordinate with state, federal, and local regulatory agencies
• Work in a timely fashion to meet project budgets
• Able to manage multiple project
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Proficiency with ArcMap/GIS, AutoCAD, and MicroStation is preferred
• Desire to work in a team environment
• 40 hour Hazwoper Certification a plus

Qualifications

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

All recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.