Senior Consultant, Wetlands Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist

ERM • Richmond, VA

102d

About The Position

ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to join our global consulting firm as a Senior Consultant in our growing Environmental Impact Assessment team in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have experience leading field-based wetland delineations and protected species assessments, managing data, and writing technical reports to support land development projects. In this role, you will work closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners on a variety of environmental permitting, due diligence, and impact assessment projects to support our renewable energy, oil and gas, power, and technology sector clients. This is primarily a field-based role, and an exciting opportunity to build expertise in wetland, species management, and erosion and sedimentation control compliance across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US. As a consultant at ERM, you will gain a wealth of experience across different sectors, clients, geographies and services. ERM's collaborative culture and nationwide network of experts provides knowledge sharing of best practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants, allowing you to build your own individualized career path in project management or technical disciplines.

Requirements

• BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years (5 years preferred) of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Willingness and desire to support field assignments 50% of the time.
• Working knowledge of field techniques for plant identification, soil sampling and hydric soil identification, and hydrology indicators.
• Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills.
• Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports and building tables and spreadsheets.
• Ability to engage in multifaceted and dynamic situations and collaborate with a team of experts.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant: team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
• Highly organized with keen eye for detail, but with the ability to maintain the big picture.
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Driver's License Required.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements.
• Provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your own field of specialization and support additional analyses outside of your area of specialization working collaboratively with subject matter experts in other fields.
• Provide technical assistance on a wide range of capital infrastructure and other projects including preparation of environmental assessments and environmental impact statements under the National Environmental Policy Act.
• Conduct field surveys, collect and organize field survey data, perform research/literature reviews, write reports, and develop strategies and recommendations for clients.
• Conduct tasks related to environmental assessments including land use planning/facility siting, pipeline and/or transmission line routing studies, and renewable energy desktop and field-based environmental assessments.
• Assist in preparation of project-specific compliance management plans in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Perform multi-media permitting and compliance documentation with an emphasis on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and various state and local agencies.
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
• Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to deliver exceptional client value on projects.
• Work as an integral part of the Impact Assessment team and support the goals of the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees