Senior Environmental Scientist — Permitting & NEPA Leader

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated

Roanoke (VA)

On-site

USD 124,000 - 164,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to support the Mid-Atlantic region from Fairfax, Richmond, Virginia Beach, or Roanoke offices, or Owings Mills, Maryland. This full-time role involves project management, mentoring staff, and leading complex environmental permitting and NEPA assessments for transportation, land development, energy and utilities clients.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, a related B.S.

Qualifications

10+ years of applicable experience with project management.
B.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field.
Certifications such as PWD/PWS/VSWD/ISA preferred.
Design/Build experience is preferred.
Proficiency with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation preferred.
Knowledge of VA/MD environmental regulations and NEPA background preferred.
Experience leading collaborations with scientists, engineers, and subconsultants.
Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and clients.

Responsibilities

Execute and lead complex environmental permitting, NEPA, and environmental assessments.
Develop staffing plans and budgets with senior leadership.
Mentor mid-level and junior staff; review work for quality and accuracy.
Supervise staff to ensure timely completion of assignments.
Assist fieldwork, technical reports, agency coordination, and QC.
Oversee proposals, pursuits, and engagement with pursuit teams.
Lead proposal preparation, contract review, and project management to ensure quality and adherence to scope, budget and schedule.