Environmental Scientist — Hybrid, Permitting & Fieldwork

DesignForce; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Career development

Bonuses

Housing assistance

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

DesignForce is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our growing environmental services team. You will manage permitting and environmental documentation from permitting through construction on diverse land development projects.

Join a collaborative group that values technical excellence, problem-solving, and thoughtful interpretation of regulations. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with one in-office day per week, along with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in environmental consulting, land development, or environmental permitting.
• Strong written communication skills with ability to prepare technical reports and regulatory justifications.
• Experience preparing and submitting environmental permitting packages and working through the full regulatory review process.
• Familiarity with wetlands, streams, forest conservation, stormwater, or other natural resource permitting.
• PWS certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental permitting and compliance efforts for land development projects.
• Prepare and review environmental documentation including wetland delineations, forest conservation plans, jurisdictional determinations, permitting packages, and technical justifications.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, regulatory agencies, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop solutions by interpreting regulations and applying technical judgment.
• Review CAD drawings and environmental plans for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct field investigations including wetland delineations, vegetation assessments, soil observations, and environmental site evaluations.
• Support permitting efforts with agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and local jurisdictions.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to quality control across multiple projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

DesignForce is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our growing environmental services team. You will manage permitting and environmental documentation from permitting through construction on diverse land development projects.

Join a collaborative group that values technical excellence, problem-solving, and thoughtful interpretation of regulations. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with one in-office day per week, along with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.