Ecologist

Stantec•Williamsburg, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an opportunity to join Stantec in Williamsburg, Virginia as a wetland delineator. You will perform fieldwork, planning, scheduling, and technical support for services related to wetlands, natural resources inventories, permitting, permit compliance, regulatory support and other environmental programs. You will also write reports, develop plans, and implement steps to move projects toward closure in the most cost effective manner.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-3 years of field experience (preferred) delineating wetlands according to US Army Corps of Engineers Manual and the appropriate Regional Supplements
Must have a professional and/or academic background in ecology, environmental science, wetlands, botany, soil science, or other related field
Knowledge of flora and fauna
Knowledge of taxonomy
Strong orienteering skills
Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office
Skill in technical writing as well as environmental research and analysis
Able to communicate effectively and function as part of a team
Ability to solve problems using critical thinking and practical problem solving
Ability to complete field work with consideration to their own and the team's safety
Ability to prioritize project needs and adapt to changing schedules
Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, or related field.
Demonstrated ability with plant, soil and wetland identification and characterization in the region.

Nice To Haves

Experience with GPS data collection technology a plus
Co-op / Internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Work closely with a team of wetland delineators
Conduct wetland delineations and assessments
Provide technical oversight and quality management of both field work and office deliverables
Prepare Requests for Jurisdictional Determinations
Map and assess vegetation communities and habitat quality
Monitor and write reports for wetland mitigation and stream restoration projects
Participate and conduct listed species surveys
Write technical reports
Perform environmental assessments, permitting, and compliance for a wide variety of projects and clients
Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental planning and assessments
Manage small to medium sized projects
Manage tasks on large interdisciplinary projects
Develop budgets, proposals, and work plans for wetland delineation and other natural resource inventory projects
Develop and maintain positive client and agency relationships