Wetland Delineation Lead - Project Scientist

Civil & Environmental Consultants • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

As a Wetland Delineation Lead with Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you’ll be part of a team to help clients navigate today’s complex environmental regulatory landscape to achieve and maintain compliance with the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and related federal and state environmental regulations. Your primary responsibility will be leading wetland delineations in accordance with the USACE regional supplements for the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont, Midwest, and Northcentral and Northeast regions. This job is heavily field based. You will also assist with vegetation monitoring/assessment, threatened & endangered species surveys, fish and benthic macroinvertebrate sampling, and preparation of reports and permit applications. Endless perks are available to employees at CEC! Our office boasts a full-scale gym, café serving breakfast and lunch, and recreation rooms—creating the perfect balance of wellness and productivity. Throughout the year, employees enjoy ping pong, pool, cornhole, and pickleball tournaments as well as the annual summer picnic, themed happy hours, and fun team building activities including go-kart racing and curling! We also understand the importance of reaching beyond the office and giving back to the community—CEC employees volunteer for trail workdays to enhance local parks, maintain a CEC-designed pollinator garden for our office campus, and organize an annual charity golf tournament. At CEC Pittsburgh, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of connection, collaboration, and growth within the office and in our community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural sciences field (e.g., Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, Ecology)
• 3+ years of experience leading wetland delineations and other applied ecological field studies (fisheries, botany, invertebrates)
• Ability to travel for out-of-town assignments (~50%)
• Demonstrated ability to mentor new staff
• Solid understanding of scientific process and ability to work in team setting

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a 40-hour wetland delineation training course
• Familiarity with Section 401 and 404 Clean Water Act regulations and permitting
• Familiarity with ecological restoration practices

Responsibilities

• leading wetland delineations in accordance with the USACE regional supplements for the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont, Midwest, and Northcentral and Northeast regions
• assist with vegetation monitoring/assessment
• threatened & endangered species surveys
• fish and benthic macroinvertebrate sampling
• preparation of reports and permit applications

Benefits

• CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees