Senior Wetland Scientist/Delineator

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 67,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Wetland Scientist, where you will lead field efforts in wetland delineations and biological surveys. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects across Texas, collaborating with talented biologists and project managers. You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, and navigate complex environmental regulations. Enjoy a flexible work environment that supports career development and a work-life balance while contributing to projects that make a difference in communities.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Donation Matching

Volunteer Opportunities

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in wetland delineations and environmental permitting.
• Strong technical writing skills and permit preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations and functional assessments independently.
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and mitigation plans.

Skills

Wetland Delineations

Environmental Permitting

Technical Writing

Client Management

GPS Technologies

Education

Bachelor's in Biology or related field

Job description

Lead Wetland Scientist/Delineator

Remote – Texas – San Antonio, Houston, Austin

ICF IS GROWING IN TEXAS, AND WE WANT YOU TO BE PART OF OUR GROWTH!

Role

ICF is seeking an energetic Lead Wetland Scientist / Delineator to join our team and lead field efforts conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for renewable energy developers, transportation agencies, and other infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the region. In this role, you will:

• Leverage your technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to understand and solve our clients’ toughest challenges
• Lead teams of experts in project field efforts focused on wetlands and biology
• Explore a wide variety of project sites, terrain, and ecological landscapes
• Learn from talented and collaborative biologists and project managers both in the field and at a desk
• Hone your technical skills while discussing and debating regulatory shifts and their impacts with your peers
• Build client relationships under experienced leaders who serve as trusted advisors for our long-time clients
• Mentor, train, and guide junior staff while exploring opportunities to grow your career
• Support our team with research, preparation, coordination, and other tasks to keep our team effective

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Independently lead and perform wetland delineations and functional assessments
• Assess impacts and prepare technical reports, permit applications, and mitigation plans under agencies like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Lead and perform plant and wildlife habitat assessments and surveys
• Provide expertise on complex projects involving environmental laws and agency consultations
• Support project management activities including client management, documentation, scheduling, scoping, and budgeting

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in wetland delineations and environmental permitting, with at least 2 years leading field efforts
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications and Attributes

• Ability to mobilize quickly and travel, including overnight trips
• Strong knowledge of environmental consulting and law
• Experience with renewable energy, transportation, water, or infrastructure projects
• Experience using GPS technologies
• Strong technical writing skills and permit preparation experience
• Local candidates preferred due to field work location in Austin, TX
• Certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) is a plus
• Experience mentoring junior staff

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Connect with leaders and technical experts across Texas and the country
• Support career development and skill sharpening
• Benefit from generous programs like tuition reimbursement, professional development, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, donation matching, and volunteer opportunities
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
• Be part of impactful projects that make a difference in communities

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with passionate individuals and grow with a firm that nurtures talent and supports long-term careers. Contact your recruiter for more details!

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, combining expertise with cutting-edge technology to solve complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations during the application and employment process. For more information, read our EEO policy and workplace discrimination rights.

Note: Use of AI tools during interviews is not permitted unless an accommodation is requested in advance.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position, based on full-time employment, is $67,020.00 - $113,934.00, depending on experience, location, and other factors.