Senior Scientist/Project Manager- Natural Resource Focus

Braun Intertec Corporation; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-annual bonuses

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

ESOP

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Braun Intertec, a 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and testing firm with 1,000 employees, is hiring a Senior Scientist/Project Manager to lead natural resources projects in our Minnesota or North Dakota or Wisconsin offices. Remote work from home may be considered.

You will support clients with environmental compliance, manage budgets, mentor staff, and develop proposals while traveling up to 10% regionally and nationally.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of direct environmental review, permitting, and regulatory compliance experience.
• Experience in surface water resources, wetlands, NEPA, and state environmental programs.
• Professional Wetland Scientist, Soil Scientist, or wildlife certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of stormwater, NPDES, SPCC, and ESAs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead natural resources services within a multidisciplinary team.
• Manage projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and review project proposals with scope, schedule and cost.
• Build and maintain client relationships and grow the client base.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical training.
• Travel regionally and nationally up to 10%.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Client communication

Creative solutions

Team collaboration

Mentoring juniors

Education

BS in Biology or related field

Job description

Braun Intertec is proud to be a 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and testing firm of 1,000 employees with offices located in seven states. As we continue to build relationships in emerging markets and recruit new talent, we never lose sight of our humble beginnings and the many strong, supportive relationships we have formed along our journey. Our dedication to being the Employer of Choice is instrumental in achieving our goal of becoming the Consultant of Choice. By hiring the best people and helping each other grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for our employee owners and our clients.

Summary: We are hiring a Senior Scientist/Project Manager in one of our Minnesota, North Dakota, or La Crosse (WI) locations. Other locations and/or remote work from home may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of clients and project teams with their environmental compliance and permitting needs
• Lead Natural Resources services within a multidisciplinary team and on individual projects
• Collaborate closely with technical teams and other offices within Braun Intertec
• Build and maintain positive relationships with existing and new clients
• Mentor and train junior staff and provide technical training
• Manage and deliver projects on time and within budget, while balancing project team tasks
• Develop and review project proposals and ensure that scope, schedule and cost expectations are met
• Strong desire to build and grow a client base through diverse business development initiatives
• Collaborate with Senior Managers and Directors to execute business development activities for natural resources services
• Flexibility and willingness to conduct occasional field work
• Availability to travel regionally and nationally up to 10% of the time

Skills

• Working knowledge and experience with natural resource related studies, assessments, and permitting with focus areas in water resources, stormwater, protected species, and/or environmental review programs
• Ability to read and interpret regulations and perform applicability determinations
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external clients in several market sectors
• Ability to develop creative solutions for environmental problems
• Excellent communication, team collaboration, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills with a primary focus on customer service and clients
• Soft management skills to mentor junior staff

Experience

• BS degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or related field
• Minimum 10 years of direct environmental review, permitting, and regulatory compliance experience in surface water resources (including wetlands), State and Federally listed species surveys related services, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and/or State environmental review programs.
• Successful completion of environmental services and permitting for various project types, markets, and different geographies
• Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Soil Scientist, Certified Wildlife Biologist, or other natural resources certifications relevant to environmental consulting preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of other related environmental regulations including, but not limited to; Storm water pollution prevention plans, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment, etc.) is desired but not required

Benefits

• Semi-annual bonuses
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• ESOP
• PTO
• Paid holidays

Compensation Range: $88,000.00 - $131,000.00

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

At Braun Intertec, we work at the intersection of the natural and built environments, combining science, technology, and engineering. We partner with you to meet today's technical needs while preserving the integrity of our natural surroundings. Join Braun Intertec as we build a future where nature and innovation coexist, powered by a team committed to making a positive difference.