Senior Environmental Scientist

HNTB • Malta, NY

382d • $91,366 - $178,632

About The Position

HNTB is seeking a senior environmental scientist to join its Environmental, Climate Resilience and Sustainability team within the NY Planning & Mobility department. This role involves leading environmental planning, documentation, and permitting tasks for major transportation clients, while providing oversight and guidance to junior professionals. The position requires a mix of office and field duties, including environmental reviews, wetland delineation, and permit preparation, all in compliance with various environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field and 8 years relevant experience, or a Master's Degree in the same fields with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with state and local permitting, including NYSDEC, NYSDOS, and NYCDEP.
• Experience with federal environmental permitting, including USACE and USCG.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Highly collaborative and proactive communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GPS/GIS mapping, data development & management, GIS/CADD integration, and finished map production.
• Experience with New York State Department of Transportation and other New York City agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the collection and analysis of data for projects under minimal direction.
• Determine or develop best methodologies and technical approaches for conducting field analysis.
• Examine and evaluate potential environmental science effects related to project planning, design, and construction.
• Serve as task lead or principal author in preparing reports on environmental science effects of projects.
• Provide technical scientific support on environmental issues to project managers during project phases.
• Review work to ensure compliance with design criteria and scientific specifications, determining the need for additional investigations if necessary.
• Participate in marketing and proposal preparation for potential projects.
• Lead the preparation of applications and supporting documents for environmental permits and regulatory compliance.
• Organize and participate in public meetings and discussions on environmental science issues.
• Mentor junior staff and provide performance feedback.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree