Environmental Field Consultant: Wetlands & Permitting

ERM; Bucyrus (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to support field-based environmental permitting, impact assessments, and compliance for capital infrastructure projects across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. You will work on wetlands delineations, species assessments, and environmental data analyses.

You will contribute to regulatory documentation, client deliverables, and long‑term environmental consulting expertise while collaborating with a

Qualifications

• BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.
• Familiarity with field survey techniques and WOTUS delineations, including sub‑meter GPS and data collection platforms such as ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, and/or Bio App.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Willingness to support field assignments 50–80% during field season (Apr–Oct).
• Knowledge of plant identification, NRCS Hydric Soil indicators, wetland hydrology indicators, and related field techniques.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Experience recording and writing detailed technical data and reports and building tables/spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetland delineations and field surveys to inform project planning and regulatory approvals.
• Provide technical analyses and support NEPA-related documentation and environmental compliance.
• Deliver field-based environmental assessments, data collection, literature reviews, and reporting.
• Assist in developing permit matrices and risk assessments for infrastructure projects.
• Support ERM Partners‑in‑Charge and Project Managers to deliver client value.
• Contribute to wetlands and protected species management and field-based reporting.

Skills

Field surveys

GPS accuracy

ArcGIS Field Maps

Survey123

Bio App

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Safety mindset

MS Office

Education

B.S. in environmental science or related

Tools

ArcGIS Field Maps

Survey123

Bio App

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to support field-based environmental permitting, impact assessments, and compliance for capital infrastructure projects across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. You will work on wetlands delineations, species assessments, and environmental data analyses.

You will contribute to regulatory documentation, client deliverables, and long‑term environmental consulting expertise while collaborating with a