Wetland Scientist

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise, and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on, and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide efficiency, consistency, attention to detail, and safe execution. The QISG team brings together expertise in Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title, and Land Management to ensure outstanding results for our clients.

Canacre, a Quanta Services Company, focuses on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. We emphasize continuous development and growth, investing in industry knowledge and team expertise. Our goals include providing technical leadership for regulatory understanding, building collaborative stakeholder relationships, and mitigating environmental, land, and right-of-way risks. At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture of trust, collaboration, and teamwork, committing to diversity, inclusivity, and celebrating successes.

About the Role

A wetlands scientist and watercourses field surveyor specializes in the study and assessment of wetlands, rivers, streams, and other water bodies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to assess the condition of wetlands and watercourses, including vegetation, hydrology, soil types, and wildlife habitats.
• Collect quantitative and qualitative data on water quality, flow rates, biodiversity, and ecological health of wetland areas and water bodies.
• Create detailed maps and reports of surveyed areas, often using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) technology to document the location and extent of wetlands and watercourses.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations regarding wetland protection and watercourse management, including preparing reports for regulatory agencies.
• Assess the ecological value of wetlands and watercourses, including their role in biodiversity conservation and flood control.
• Participate in wetland restoration and enhancement projects, providing expertise on best practices for re-establishing natural habitats.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring of wetland and watercourse health to track changes over time and assess the impact of human activities or natural events.
• Educate the public and stakeholders about the importance of wetlands and watercourses for ecosystem health and sustainability.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree from a program in Biology, Engineering, Geology, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of environmental consulting/field surveying experience.
• Professional experience working on infrastructure projects.
• Professional experience working with Section 401/404 regulations and wetlands.
• Wetland and Waterbody Determinations and Delineations pursuant to Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA).
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers General and Standard Permits.
• Wetland and Stream Functional Assessments and Mitigation Plan Development and Design.
• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Assessments and Documentation (Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements).
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work well in a team environment, including working with colleagues in different geographic regions.
• Regulatory familiarity with construction compliance scope preferred.
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional In Training (WPIT) Certification preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
• 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
• Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
• Employee discount program
• Optional insurance offerings: Identity Theft Protection, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Life (spouse and child), Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance