Transportation Ecologist

About the role

Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!

Key Responsibilities

• May independently lead environmental studies including wetland and stream delineations, protected species habitat assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, site inspections, environmental impact analysis, etc.
• Conduct data analysis and contribute to the development of technical reports and permit applications.
• Navigate ecology requirements throughout the GDOT Plan Development Process.
• Apply working knowledge of environmental laws and permitting requirements.
• Collect and analyze GIS and GPS field data and prepare project-related figures and maps.
• Cook up and communicate with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Serve as a mentor and field lead to Scientist I-level staff, providing guidance on methods and expectations.
• Manage individual task timelines and budgets under the oversight of senior technical staff.
• Stay current on regulatory updates and industry best practices through training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Early-career experience as an environmental consultant or environmental regulatory specialist.
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Art (B.A.) in a relevant environmental discipline (Environmental Science, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, etc.). A Master of Science (M.S.) is preferred.
• Functional knowledge of relevant field such as wetland science, flora/fauna, and ecosystems of the Southeastern US, environmental impact assessment, etc. with demonstrated experience leading relevant tasks.
• Proficient with GIS and GPS mapping (ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, and similar software).
• Physically able to travel and conduct field work on various project sites with challenging field conditions such as steep terrain, thick vegetation, and inclement weather.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills with ability to deliver complete and clean documents.
• Ideal candidates would show specific experience with Departments of Transportation (DOT), Energy, Renewables, Municipal, or Federal projects.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans (civil, roadway, pipeline, etc.).
• Willingness to travel as projects require, including occasional overnight travel.
• Able to work well within a team environment, bringing a positive attitude, multi-tasking abilities, and self-motivated mentality to produce high quality work.