Environmental Scientist (CWA Section 404/401)

Timmons Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist for its Richmond office. This role involves working on the development, processing, and negotiation of permits impacting federal and state waters. The ideal candidate will have experience in wetland permitting and require a strong educational background in environmental science.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in environmental science or related discipline required.
• 2-4 years of experience in environmental science is essential.
• Experience with wetland and stream permitting processes is needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and submission of Joint Permit Applications.
• Interact with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.
• Work with Senior Scientists and Project Managers on project components.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Environmental Scientist (CWA Section 404/401)

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Job Description

Timmons Group is seeking a full time

Job Description

Timmons Group is seeking a full time Environmental Scientist for our Environmental Group located in our Richmond, VA office location. The Environmental Scientist will be responsible for the development, submission, processing, and negotiation of issuance for permits associated with impacts to both federal and state waters. This individual is responsible for the completion of permits that will be submitted to and reviewed by entities such as the U.S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC), as well as Local Wetland Boards (LWB).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with environmental staff in developing all aspects of Joint Permit Applications.
• Interacting with Senior Scientists and Project Managers to better understand project components necessary for project permitting and completion.
• Interacting and communicating with regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, and others.
  
  

This individual must be highly motivated, a self-starter; flexible, detail-oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm’s vision, mission and shared.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Must have a bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Law, or policy related discipline.
• Two to Four years of Environmental Science required.
• Must have experience in the Natural Resources field with an emphasis on wetland and stream permitting and its associated regulatory processes involving but not limited to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC), and local wetland boards (LWB).
• Firm understanding of regulatory processes related to surface waters in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Understanding of regulations associated with threatened and endangered species, as well as cultural resources is a plus.
• Must be organized and possess strong verbal and technical writing skills, and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans.
  
  

Additional Information

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

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