Environmental Scientist II - DC Region

Bowman Consulting Group • Herndon, VA

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About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for an Environmental Scientist II to join our team in one of the offices in our DC Region. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related field required at time of employment.
• Three or more (3+) years of relevant industry-related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Responsibilities

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution.
• Utilize and assist less experienced staff in understanding technical policies and procedures during the execution of projects for clients.
• Conduct field investigations, including wetland delineations, perennial flow evaluations, Resource Protection Area boundary delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments and field surveys, forest stand delineations and natural resource inventories, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Create maps of sites for client.
• Assist in the drafting of wetland use permit applications.
• Compile reports summarizing the field investigation, analyze data, and prepare supporting maps and exhibits for Clients.
• Assist in the drafting of Section 404/401 permit applications and impact exhibits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and State and Local environmental agencies.
• Prepare applications such as Water Quality Impact Assessment and RPA encroachment requests for Local approval, and NPDES permitting through States.
• Work closely with senior environmental scientists to learn and assist with the Environmental team's work.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees