Environmental Specialist - #3065

Wade Trim; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education reimbursement

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking a field environmental professional in the Pittsburgh area to conduct freshwater wetland delineations and support natural gas utility projects. The role involves field assignments, travel to job sites, and working outdoors in varied terrain.

A Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field is required, with 1–3 years of wetland assessment experience and strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of freshwater wetland assessment/delineation experience
• Experience with endangered species habitat evaluation and permitting
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Conduct Stream & Wetland delineations for Natural Gas Utility projects.
• Prepare and submit Chapter 105 Permit applications.
• Respond to agency comments on permit reviews.
• Perform Desktop environmental evaluations.
• Map data collection and management.
• Prepare proposals and budgets.
• E&S Inspections and reporting.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Environmental assessment

Technical writing

Communication

Project coordination

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

This position requires moderate periods of intense concentration, as well as average strength and stamina and good balance. Individuals must be goal oriented and able to take charge of individual projects. This position is considered a field position and will entail short-term field assignments and require traveling to and working outdoors in rough and remote terrain under challenging environmental conditions with an average amount of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, wildlife, diverse plant life, etc. and requires some travel to job sites.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Conduct Stream & Wetland delineations for Natural Gas Utility projects.
• Prepare, compile, and submit Chapter 105 Permit applications to necessary agencies.
• Respond to any agency comments on permit reviews.
• Perform Desktop environmental evaluations.
• Mapping, data collection, and management.
• Prepare proposals and budgets.
• E&S Inspections and Reporting.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, ecology, botany, wildlife management, natural resources, or related field is required

Skills/Experience:

• Individuals must have 1-3 years of experience in freshwater wetland assessment/delineation, threatened and endangered species habitat evaluation, targeted surveys, environmental assessment, and permitting.
• A valid driver’s license and possesses own reliable transportation is required.
• This position requires excellent organizational skills in order to accommodate multiple tasks simultaneously and excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills are required.
• Must be a self‑motivated individual and be able to work well with others.

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affidative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.