Senior Ecologist – Transportation & Habitat (Hybrid)

VHB; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition programs

Job summary

VHB is seeking an experienced Ecologist to support our Atlanta office within a transportation-focused practice. The role includes leading field surveys, wetlands assessment, habitat evaluations, and protected species work, with opportunities to develop proposals and contribute to multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessments.

The position requires 5–8+ years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and expertise in ArcGIS Pro, wetland delineation, GPS data collection, and MS

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in biology, ecology, environmental/natural science, landscape architecture, or related field.
• 5-8+ years of professional experience with transportation and energy client-driven process and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Preference given to experience preparing ecology reports for the Georgia Department of Transportation or other state transportation departments.
• Experience with wetland/surface water permitting, ecological surveys and studies, habitat assessment, field data collection and documentation, data analysis and evaluation.
• Preference given to WPIT, PWS, CWB certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead field surveys and habitat assessments for protected species.
• Perform ecological studies, including field surveys, reports, and QA/QC.
• Assist with proposals and cost qualifications statements.
• Manage wetlands assessment work including delineations and mapping.
• Coordinate with agencies, clients, and project managers to support permitting and compliance.

Skills

MS Office

ArcGIS Pro

GPS data collection

Field surveys

Wetland delineation

Habitat assessment

Protected species surveys

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

First-Aid/CPR

Education

B.S. in biology/ecology or related field

WPIT / PWS / CWB certifications

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

GPS data collection tech

MS Office

Job description

VHB is seeking an experienced Ecologist to support our Atlanta office within a transportation-focused practice. The role includes leading field surveys, wetlands assessment, habitat evaluations, and protected species work, with opportunities to develop proposals and contribute to multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessments.

The position requires 5–8+ years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and expertise in ArcGIS Pro, wetland delineation, GPS data collection, and MS