Senior Environmental Scientist: Lead, Natural Resources

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Salt Lake City, Utah seeks a Lead Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources program. You will support biological studies, regulatory compliance, and environmental permitting across a diverse portfolio, mentoring staff and guiding project direction.

As a senior technical leader, you’ll oversee large projects, ensure quality, and develop client relationships. Travel within the region may be required; hybrid-eligible for Utah residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, wetland science or related field.
• Six years in private sector or regulatory setting leading natural resources projects.
• Experience with fieldwork, reports, impact assessments, and environmental reviews.
• Familiarity with federal and state agencies in the Great Basin region.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex natural resources and permitting projects, ensuring QA/QC.
• Mentor staff and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Manage client relationships, proposals, and business development.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and project budgets/schedules.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Client relations

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related environmental science

Master’s degree in Wetland Science or related field

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Salt Lake City, Utah seeks a Lead Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources program. You will support biological studies, regulatory compliance, and environmental permitting across a diverse portfolio, mentoring staff and guiding project direction.

As a senior technical leader, you’ll oversee large projects, ensure quality, and develop client relationships. Travel within the region may be required; hybrid-eligible for Utah residents.