Environmental Scientist Lead: Wetlands & Permitting

Dewberry; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry, in Richmond, VA, seeks an Environmental Scientist to lead field efforts for wetlands delineations, habitat surveys, and stream assessments. You will work with professionals to secure federal, state, and local permits under CWA 404/401, ESA 7, and NHPA 106, mentoring entry-level staff and coordinating field work with project managers.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of experience, strong report writing skills, and knowledge of Virginia environmental regulations, with travel to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. An advanced degree (Master’s) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Technical field lead for wetland delineations, habitat assessments, soil assessments, and vegetation inventories.
• Coordinate field visits with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare environmental permit applications and post-permit compliance monitoring.
• Document and summarize results of field investigations, and develop project execution plans.
• Provide client and regulatory agency coordination and mentor field staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Field coordination

Written & verbal comms

Travel ability

Education

BS in Environmental Science or related field

MS in Biology/Environmental Science (plus)

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Field Maps

Survey 123

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dewberry, in Richmond, VA, seeks an Environmental Scientist to lead field efforts for wetlands delineations, habitat surveys, and stream assessments. You will work with professionals to secure federal, state, and local permits under CWA 404/401, ESA 7, and NHPA 106, mentoring entry-level staff and coordinating field work with project managers.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of experience, strong report writing skills, and knowledge of Virginia environmental regulations, with travel to support