Ecologist

Civil & Environmental Consultants•Knoxville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Entry Level Ecologist for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Knoxville, Tennessee office, you will support stream and wetland assessment, restoration, and permitting projects for a variety of public and private sector clients. As an Ecologist, you will have the opportunity to participate in tasks ranging from field data collection and stream and wetland assessments to stream restoration projects for a variety of public and private sector clients. This role offers a balance of field and office responsibilities while providing training in technical expertise, data interpretation, financial management, and client development. You will work closely with senior team members who will mentor you throughout all phases of projects—from proposal development through final deliverables—while helping you grow into a well-rounded environmental consultant.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field
0–2 years of experience performing stream and wetland delineations
Experience using GIS mapping tools and ESRI ArcGIS software
Experience with technical writing, data analysis, and report preparation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing and prioritizing multiple project tasks
Physical capability to lift 25–50 pounds and perform field work in varying site conditions

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting stream and wetland mitigation projects
Familiarity with TDEC ARAP permitting and Section 401/404 Clean Water Act regulations
Experience performing Tennessee Stream Quantification Tool (SQT) assessments or other geomorphic assessments
Experience supporting stream restoration or ecological restoration projects
Experience working on multidisciplinary environmental consulting projects

Responsibilities

Conduct stream and wetland delineations and ecological field assessments
Perform stream restoration assessments and support restoration projects
Collect, analyze, and document environmental field data
Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory documentation
Support TDEC ARAP and Section 401/404 permitting efforts
Utilize GIS and ESRI ArcGIS software to prepare maps and analyze project data
Assist with stream and wetland mitigation projects and compliance monitoring
Coordinate with project teams, regulatory agencies, and clients
Support proposal preparation and project deliverables
Participate in field work across a variety of environmental and ecological project sites