Associate Project Manager - Wetland Scientist

Apex Companies; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Career growth and mentorship

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking an Associate Project Manager – Wetland Scientist to join our Texas environmental team. Build on wetland and natural resources experience while working on stormwater compliance, permitting, reporting, and project management.

You will coordinate field activities, develop proposals, and manage budgets under project manager oversight, with opportunities for career growth in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with environmental field sampling, monitoring, and data collection.
• Experience with wetland delineation and habitat assessments.
• Strong technical writing and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field activities with health and safety in mind.
• Collaborate with project managers, scientists, and clients to meet objectives.
• Inspect stormwater control measures for compliance.
• Perform wetland delineations per USACE manuals.
• Conduct stream assessments and aquatic resource evaluations.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports and findings.
• Develop proposals and assist in managing project budgets.

Skills

Field sampling

Coordination

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Apex Companies is seeking an Associate Project Manager – Wetland Scientist to join our growing environmental team in Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to build on their wetland and natural resources experience while gaining exposure to stormwater compliance, permitting, environmental reporting, and project management.

Your Responsibilities as an Associate Project Manager - Wetland Scientist:

• Coordinate field activities while maintaining a strong commitment to health and safety requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, scientists, and clients to achieve project objectives.
• Conduct inspections of stormwater control measures at construction sites and commercial facilities to assess compliance with applicable regulations and permits.
• Conduct wetland delineations in accordance with the current S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Wetland Delineation Manual and applicable regional supplements.
• Perform stream assessments, ordinary high-water mark determinations, and aquatic resource evaluations.
• Conduct habitat assessments and biological resource surveys as needed.
• Maintain accurate field records and documentation of environmental investigations.
• Analyze environmental data and prepare clear, concise technical reports and findings.
• Support environmental compliance and due diligence projects for public and private sector clients.
• Develop proposals and manage project budgets under project manager oversight.
• Actively develop your own career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Earth Sciences, or a related field and 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with environmental field sampling, monitoring, and data collection.
• Experience with wetland delineation and habitat assessments.
• Strong technical writing and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform field work on active construction sites and remote locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Knowledge of stormwater permitting and compliance inspections.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS.

What We Offer

• Diverse and challenging environmental projects.
• Opportunities for professional growth, certification, and career advancement.
• Mentorship from experienced environmental professionals.
• A collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of environmental consulting services and technical disciplines.
• This position is ideal for an environmental professional who enjoys a balance of fieldwork and office-based analysis and is seeking to build a long-term career in environmental consulting and compliance.

Why You'll Love Working For Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Associate Project Manager

Req ID: 12076

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