Environmental Scientist: Wetlands & Permits (Entry‑Level)

Benesch; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Benesch is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources team. The entry-level role supports project managers on wetlands, threatened and endangered species, and water resource permitting issues, with office or remote office work and occasional field tasks.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to navigate multiple complex projects while communicating effectively and taking initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences with 1–4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with wetland delineation and botanical surveys is preferred.
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental permitting processes.
• Strong technical writing and data quality assurance skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork tasks such as wetlands delineations and environmental surveys.
• Provide technical support for permit compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Travel frequently, including overnight stays within and outside the state.
• Assist project managers to ensure project success and timely deliverables.
• Contribute to project proposals and collaborate with team members.
• Stay updated on federal and regional regulations and best practices.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Botanical surveys

Environmental permitting

Technical writing

QA/QC of data and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences

Job description

Benesch is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources team. The entry-level role supports project managers on wetlands, threatened and endangered species, and water resource permitting issues, with office or remote office work and occasional field tasks.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to navigate multiple complex projects while communicating effectively and taking initiative.