Senior Wetland Scientist & Project Lead — Permitting

LaBella Associates; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a qualified Wetland Specialist to join their Richmond, VA office. The role involves leading wetland delineations, conducting species surveys, and managing projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Environmental Science and several years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, flexible work schedule, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in delineation and permitting of freshwater wetlands and streams.
• Ability to review and provide QA/QC for deliverables.
• Some travel within Virginia, Maryland, and surrounding states is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and protected species surveys.
• Develop technical reports and GIS mapping.
• Manage wetland and ecology projects and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Wetland delineation

GIS mapping

Project management

Client communication

Fieldwork

Education

BS or BA in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology

Job description

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a qualified Wetland Specialist to join their Richmond, VA office. The role involves leading wetland delineations, conducting species surveys, and managing projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Environmental Science and several years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, flexible work schedule, and tuition reimbursement.