Wetland Scientist

Apex Companies•Quincy, MA

About The Position

Apex Companies is a rapidly expanding engineering and environmental consulting firm in the US, recognized for record sales, client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit. The company has been acknowledged by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry and has received numerous awards for project excellence. The Northeast Division is an award-winning group that emphasizes career development, training, and mentoring, offering diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a dynamic and challenging work environment. Apex is seeking a highly motivated and hard-working Wetland Scientist to join this growing team, investing in their professional development and skill growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field
3 years of experience conducting wetland and regulated resource delineations, both independently and as part of a team
Massachusetts experience required; experience in other New England states a plus
Willingness to travel up to 50% regionally
Valid driver’s license, good driving history, and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with wetlands and native plant identification
Basic knowledge and use of GPS equipment
38‑hour USACE Delineation Training
Experience with GIS and/or FieldMaps
Experience with natural resource surveys and methodologies, including vegetation, wildlife, water, soils, site characteristics, and habitat assessments
Knowledge of routine permitting requirements for wetlands, waters, floodplains, and buffer zones within inland and coastal/tidal ecosystems
Experience with USACE NC/NE Regional Supplement and state wetland and environmental resource programs (MassDEP Wetlands & Waterways, CT Inland Wetlands, etc.)
State wetland and waters permitting experience in MA and CT required; RI preferred, ME and NH preferred
Strong technical writing skills, including field documentation and scientific data collection in accordance with regulatory programs and technical guidance
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented approach when working with design/engineering, ecologists, and mapping teams
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Conduct wetland and regulated resource delineations in Massachusetts in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
Perform natural resource surveys and field investigations, including vegetation, wildlife, water, soils, site conditions, and habitat assessments
Prepare and maintain field documentation, data collection records, and scientific analyses consistent with regulatory programs and technical guidance
Support the preparation of project narratives, impact assessments, alternatives analyses, and supporting documentation for permit applications
Assist with local, state, and federal permitting efforts, including coordination with agencies and project teams
Utilize GPS and mapping tools to document field conditions and support project deliverables
Collaborate with engineers, ecologists, designers, and GIS/mapping staff to support integrated, solutions‑based client services
Contribute to technical reports, regulatory filings, and client deliverables with a high level of accuracy and professionalism
Support biological monitoring, protected species reviews, and environmental compliance efforts as applicable
Participate in project planning, scheduling, and coordination to support successful project execution