Regional Senior Environmental Scientist — Permitting & Leadership

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for the Mid-Atlantic region with flexible office locations in Fairfax, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Roanoke, or Owings Mills, MD. This full-time role involves leading permitting, NEPA, and environmental projects for transportation, land development, energy, resiliency, and utilities, with mentoring and QC oversight.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, relevant degrees, and preferred certifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable experience, including project management.
• B.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field.
• Environmental certifications (PWD, PWS, VSWD, ISA) preferred.
• Design/Build experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with ArcMap/GIS, AutoCAD and MicroStation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute, coordinate, and lead complex environmental permitting, NEPA assessments, and large-scale environmental studies with clients and regulators.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop staffing plans and budgets for projects.
• Mentor mid-level and junior staff, review work for accuracy, and provide career guidance.
• Supervise staff to ensure timely completion by prioritizing tasks.
• Assist team with fieldwork, technical reports, agency coordination, and QC.
• Oversee proposals/pursuits, provide technical input, and engage with pursuit teams.
• Lead proposal preparation, contract review, and manage project activities with a focus on quality and scope.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Mentoring

Regulatory coordination

Education

B.S. in Environmental Science/related field

Tools

ArcMap/GIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for the Mid-Atlantic region with flexible office locations in Fairfax, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Roanoke, or Owings Mills, MD. This full-time role involves leading permitting, NEPA, and environmental projects for transportation, land development, energy, resiliency, and utilities, with mentoring and QC oversight.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, relevant degrees, and preferred certifications.