Ecology/Waters Team Lead

Parsons Corporation•Indianapolis, IN

9d•$112,200 - $196,400•Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Ecology/Waters Team Lead to join their growing Indianapolis environmental practice. The Indianapolis office is leading the way in delivering major transportation projects across the state, and the full-service environmental group is integral to its success. This role requires technical expertise in ecology, water resources, and related permitting, with a strong preference for experience in the highway/bridge sector, specifically with INDOT projects. The position demands strong organizational skills to lead and deliver environmental tasks and projects, a commitment to teamwork and mentorship, and a relationship-builder mindset with clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental planning, environmental science, transportation planning, engineering, or a related field.
20 years or more of progressively responsible experience in urban planning, environmental planning, transportation planning, or a related discipline.
Extensive knowledge and practical experience supporting INDOT permitting assignments.
40-hour USACE-approved Wetland Delineation Training
Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and delivering work within scope, schedule, and budget.
Excellent written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, consultants, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the highway/bridge sector, specifically with INDOT projects, is strongly preferred.
Experience with high-profile and complex projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and/or deliver all ecological and permitting requirements for transportation projects in Indiana, including: Field investigations, Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) report development, Section 404/401 permitting, Construction in a Floodway (CIF) permitting.
Conduct field investigations for the presence of threatened and endangered species (e.g., bats, migratory birds).
Lead field investigations and provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members within areas of expertise.
Communicate and coordinate effectively with other disciplines involved in projects (e.g., public involvement, roadway, bridge, drainage, construction).
Implement Parsons’ quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) system, including reviewing work products and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
Actively participate in public involvement activities (e.g., public meetings, presentations, hearings).
Support business development activities, including project pursuits and preparation of letters of interest.
Take advantage of leadership and growth opportunities within a dynamic and growing environmental team.
Assign and reassign staff based on project needs, monitor productivity, and support the professional development of junior personnel.
Establish project budgets, staffing plans, work plans, schedules, and delivery requirements.
Track project financials, monitor scope and schedule performance, and maintain quality-control documentation.
Ensure that project work complies with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, regulations, technical standards, and contractual obligations.
Represent Parsons at conferences, seminars, professional meetings, and industry events.
Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations and societies.
Promote a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, mentorship, inclusion, and continued team growth.