Senior Ecological Professional

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc; Palmer (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) seeks a Senior Ecological Professional for our Ecological Practice in the Nashville, TN area.

The role provides senior technical oversight, mentors staff, and drives growth across multidisciplinary teams, delivering high-quality ecological solutions while supporting project execution and strategic initiatives. Based in our Franklin office, you’ll collaborate across divisions, manage client relationships, and contribute to both operational success and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in stream and wetland delineation, Clean Water Act permitting (Sections 401/404), or ecosystem restoration.
• Experience supporting projects under NEPA or FERC regulatory frameworks.
• Established professional network with a track record of generating new business opportunities.
• Experience leading technical teams and providing mentorship to staff and project managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior oversight into various ecological projects, including technical and quality reviews and mentoring staff
• Lead business development efforts for the Nashville Ecological Practice through your existing professional network and internal resources, as well as identifying prospective clients, developing relationships, pursuing opportunities, and converting those relationships into new work

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Ecological Professional for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Ecological Practice at the Nashville, TN office, you’ll play a key leadership role in supporting and growing our ecological services. You’ll provide senior-level technical oversight on a variety of projects, mentor staff, and contribute to the continued expansion of our practice. You’ll work across multidisciplinary teams, applying your expertise to deliver high-quality ecological solutions while supporting both project execution and strategic growth initiatives.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide senior oversight into various ecological projects, including technical and quality reviews and mentoring staff
• Lead business development efforts for the Nashville Ecological Practice through your existing professional network and internal CEC resources, as well as identifying prospective clients, developing relationships, pursuing opportunities, and converting those relationships into new work

Our Nashville office, located in Franklin, TN, is home to a passionate and growing team of professionals. Just minutes from downtown Nashville, Franklin offers small-town charm with easy access to all that Nashville has to offer. Known for top-rated schools and welcoming neighborhoods, the area is a great place to grow both personally and professionally. From outdoor recreation and live music to professional sports and dining, Middle Tennessee offers something for everyone.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in stream and wetland delineation, Clean Water Act permitting (Sections 401/404), or ecosystem restoration
• Experience supporting projects under NEPA or FERC regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated success developing and managing client relationships across industries such as energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, mining, or real estate
• Established professional network with a track record of generating new business opportunities
• Experience leading technical teams and providing mentorship to staff and project managers

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as aTop 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

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