Lead Wetland Ecologist & Permitting Specialist

WSP in the U.S.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 74,200 - 146,900; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a full-time wetland ecologist to join the Earth and Environment Sector – North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, serving the North Mountain Region across MT, WY, CO, UT, ID, WA, and OR. The role requires independent work and teamwork with a track record in wetland surveys and permitting.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in a related field and 5+ years of field and consulting experience, familiarity with USACE protocols, and excellent written and oral

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field.
• Five (5)+ years of field experience leading and permitting aquatic resource delineation.
• Five (5)+ years of consulting work, ideally with linear corridor projects.
• Familiarity with USACE protocols and state survey requirements for aquatic resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and professionalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work in remote conditions and independently or as part of a small survey team as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be willing and able to periodically travel throughout the region with potential travel throughout the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland field delineation and permitting efforts throughout the North Mountain Region, including Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.
• Support and help build the environmental project team working on transmission lines, fire hardening, renewable energy, oil and gas pipelines, transportation projects, environmental surveys, NEPA analyses, and permitting services.
• Support biological field surveys that will include surveys for rare plants and threatened, endangered, and sensitive wildlife species.
• Serve as lead wetland ecologist and biologist for permitting efforts that will include federal permitting (NEPA) and state level requirements.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making by adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Driving license

Ability to work remotely

Education

Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field

Job description

WSP is seeking a full-time wetland ecologist to join the Earth and Environment Sector – North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, serving the North Mountain Region across MT, WY, CO, UT, ID, WA, and OR. The role requires independent work and teamwork with a track record in wetland surveys and permitting.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in a related field and 5+ years of field and consulting experience, familiarity with USACE protocols, and excellent written and oral