Ecologist/Wetlands Specialist - Permitting & Field Surveys

Arcadis; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 76,111 - 114,165; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Biologist/Ecologist to join our Enviro Socio Permitting team in the Texas/Gulf Coast region. The successful candidate will lead field wetland delineations, field biology/habitat assessments, and general environmental assessments; and assist with reporting, agency coordination, and permit compliance.

The role requires travel up to 50% and a blend of remote work with office presence, supporting CWA permitting and consultations with agencies and teams across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field.
• 4+ years in environmental planning and permitting, with experience in the arid west and Atlantic gulf coastal plain.
• Experience leading wetland delineations field teams.
• Knowledge of regional ecology, sensitive habitats, and special status species.
• Experience using GPS field technology.
• Experience writing technical reports and managing field data.
• Experience in supporting permit applications, including Clean Water Act Section 404 permits and Section 401 Water Quality Certifications, and endangered species consultations.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland and stream delineations and floral/faunal inventories.
• Prepare draft technical reports and work plans for permitting.
• Support draft permit applications (CWA 404/401, RHA 408, NPDES).
• Coordinate with agency and multidisciplinary teams on projects.

Skills

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/biology/ecology

Tools

GPS field technology

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Biologist/Ecologist to join our Enviro Socio Permitting team in the Texas/Gulf Coast region. The successful candidate will lead field wetland delineations, field biology/habitat assessments, and general environmental assessments; and assist with reporting, agency coordination, and permit compliance.

The role requires travel up to 50% and a blend of remote work with office presence, supporting CWA permitting and consultations with agencies and teams across disciplines.