Senior Wetland Scientist & Project Lead

Default Brand; Raleigh, Richmond (NC, VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is seeking a highly motivated Wetland Scientist for our Raleigh, NC or Richmond, VA offices.

You will work independently on a variety of natural resource projects within an interdisciplinary team of environmental professionals. Primary responsibilities include wetland and stream assessments, preparing proposals and reports, site visits, overseeing support staff, and managing client relationships.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Professional Wetland Scientist Certification (preferred).
• Experience with wetland delineations, preferably NC/SC/VA.
• Knowledge of NCDEQ and USACE wetland permitting.
• Ability to perform protected species surveys under the Endangered Species Act.
• Familiarity with NCWAM, NCSAM, and SWITC a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of Natural Resources projects.
• Interact with existing and potential clients in a confident manner.
• Perform wetland delineations and stream determinations.
• Write and review reports and proposals for natural resource services.
• Complete Section 404/401 permitting for various projects.
• Coordinate projects and oversee support staff.
• Provide technical assistance on NC, SC, VA wetland regulations.
• Perform field assessments in various environments.
• Analyze and interpret data, create GIS maps, collaborate with team.
• Manage clients and participate in business development.
• Serve as a technical lead on Natural Resources projects.
• Attend industry events for business development.
• Accept training and direction from Practice Leaders, Director, and VP.
• Provide training to junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Independent / team player

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Professional Wetland Scientist Certification (preferred)

Tools

GIS

Job description

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is seeking a highly motivated Wetland Scientist for our Raleigh, NC or Richmond, VA offices.

You will work independently on a variety of natural resource projects within an interdisciplinary team of environmental professionals. Primary responsibilities include wetland and stream assessments, preparing proposals and reports, site visits, overseeing support staff, and managing client relationships.