Senior or Principal Natural Resources Scientist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Wilmington, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Principal Natural Resources Scientist in Raleigh, NC or Wilmington, NC. This role involves applying academic and practical knowledge to innovative and challenging projects, including the financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction of energy projects, while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental entities. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We invest in our people and offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, natural resources (e.g., forestry, fisheries, biology, ecology etc.), environmental engineering, or environmental management disciplines.
At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of direct environmental permitting & planning experience, preferably consulting in the North Carolina regional marketplace; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments concurrently, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.
Technical experience in conducting stream and wetland delineations and ability to perform the lead delineator role.
Experience with federal permitting programs such as the Clean Water Act and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404 wetland permitting process.
Strong technical writing skills and the ability to prepare scientific reports and permit applications in accordance with state and federal standards.
Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in environmental sciences, natural resources, environmental engineering, or environmental management disciplines.
College-level coursework covering vegetation, soils, and hydrology such as the following: botany, dendrology, forestry, soil science, geology, land management, environmental planning, environmental law and policy, hydrology, hydrogeography, wildlife habitat ecology, ecology, ornithology, remote sensing technology, photogrammetry, and Geographic Information Systems.
Professional registration (i.e., PWD, PWS, CWB, CPSS, Arborist).
Certifications or additional training or experience in wetland delineations.
Strong knowledge of native flora and fauna of the eastern U.S.
Experience performing site visits, collecting field data, and preparing technical reports for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) including environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIS).

Responsibilities

Identification of jurisdictional wetlands, classification and delineation of wetlands and streams, and determining mitigation requirements to support the environmental permitting of infrastructure projects such as development of pipelines, electrical transmission lines, or renewable energy facilities.
Preparation of Clean Water Act Sections 10, 404, and 401 permit applications, as well as Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) and other coastal area permits from state regulatory agencies.
Conducting biological and ecological resource studies including wildlife habitat assessments, listed threatened and endangered species assessments, native and invasive plant vegetation surveys, and wetland mitigation monitoring.
Preparation of environmental documents for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) including environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
Task and project management, including conducting environmental inspections for compliance with permit conditions including, wetlands permits, navigable waters permits, and other state and federal environmental regulations including Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) environmental regulations.
Assist with developing work plans, evaluating data, and preparing a variety of technical documents and environmental permit applications.
Management of subcontractors.
Data analysis, including preparing maps and figures using GIS/Environmental Visualization Software (EVS) applications, and database management.
Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.