Senior Environmental Scientist: Lead Wetland Permitting

KERAMIDA Inc.; Carnegie (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KERAMIDA Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to lead wetland and stream delineations, environmental permitting, and natural resource assessments. You will provide technical oversight and mentorship, acting as a client-facing lead on multidisciplinary projects.

The role requires strong regulatory judgment, field and office project management, and collaboration with agencies (USACE, EPA) to ensure compliance, quality, and on-time deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field; Master's preferred.
• 6–10 years in wetland delineation or environmental permitting.
• Experience leading 401/404 permitting and agency coordination.
• PWS certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee wetland and stream delineations, ensuring compliance with USACE and state methodologies.
• Serve as technical lead on complex or high-visibility environmental permitting projects.
• Review and approve field data, delineation reports, and technical documentation by junior staff.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, supporting their technical growth and career development.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables; primary client contact.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client-facing

GIS

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science / related field

Master's degree preferred

Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification

Tools

ArcGIS

Trimble GPS

Microsoft Office

Job description

KERAMIDA Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to lead wetland and stream delineations, environmental permitting, and natural resource assessments. You will provide technical oversight and mentorship, acting as a client-facing lead on multidisciplinary projects.

The role requires strong regulatory judgment, field and office project management, and collaboration with agencies (USACE, EPA) to ensure compliance, quality, and on-time deliverables.