Environmental Scientist II

Socket.dev; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design seeks an Environmental Staff Scientist with 2–5 years of experience to perform wetland and stream delineations, habitat characterizations, GPS data collection, and GIS work in support of environmental permitting. You will collect field data, interpret results, and prepare technical reports as part of a multidisciplinary team in the Raleigh area.

The role involves travel and a 30%–60% field-to-office balance, with opportunities to contribute to permits, impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ecological Science or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of environmental field experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetlands delineations per Army Corp of Engineers Delineation Manual.
• Assist in preparing applications for wetland verifications and permits to regulatory agencies.
• Assist in preparing natural resource reports and supporting documentation for site development.
• Facilitate permit procurement from jurisdictional agencies.
• Assist in preparing Threatened and Endangered Species Habitat Evaluations and correspondence with agencies.
• Assist in preparing environmental impact assessments and related documents.
• Prepare written correspondence and technical reports for outside agencies, clients, attorneys, and contractors.

Skills

Experience level

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

GPS data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ecological Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Environmental Staff Scientist with 2-5 years of experience to perform wetland and stream delineations, protected species and habitat characterizations, GPS data collection, Arc-GIS application, preparation of permits and reports in support of federal, state and local permits. Take responsible charge for collecting field data, interpreting data and preparing technical reports. Work with a team of environmental professionals including professional engineers, surveyors, and planners in an interdisciplinary setting. Daily activities may include site reconnaissance, conducting environmental due diligence investigations and assessments, collection of soil and groundwater samples, and laboratory data management. This position will require travel and is expected to have a 30% - 60% balance between field and office work, which will vary based on project needs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, ecological science, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related scientific discipline. This position is targeted to be loocated in the Raleigh, North Carolina office; however, depending on the ideal candidates location, other offices such as Charlotte and Wilmington, North Carolina may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform Wetland Delineations in accordance with the Army Corp of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual.
• Assist in the preparation of applications for wetland verifications and permits to regulatory agencies.
• Assist in the preparation and assemblage of natural resource reports and supporting documentation to facilitate site development and redevelopment.
• Facilitate permit procurement from jurisdictional agencies.
• Assist in the preparation of Threatened and Endangered Species Habitat Evaluations, and correspondence with regulatory agencies and permit management.
• Assist in the preparation of environmental impacts and assessments.
• Preparation of written correspondence - Outside agencies, client, attorney, contractor, etc. Also includes preparation of technical reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred in Ecological Science, or related scientific discipline.
• 2-5 years of similar experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Familiar with the capabilities of Arc-GIS and/or Auto-CADD.
• Familiar with GPS data collection.
• Self-starter, can work independently and with team members.
• Basic knowledge of wetlands and natural ecological systems.
• Basic understanding of the hydrology of natural ecological systems.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects and company-sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work-life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education, a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses, a mentorship program, a wellness program, a Women’s Organization, and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.