Stream and Wetland Delineator

Kleinfelder Inc; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Stream and Wetland Delineator to join the Environmental Permitting and Planning (EP&P) Team in Bridgeport, WV. This role offers growth opportunities and requires strong field and regulatory expertise.

The ideal candidate will lead delineations, conduct field work in challenging terrain, and collaborate with leadership to support growth in the Eastern Division. GIS experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biological science, ecological science, environmental permitting, or related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in environmental consulting, and/or regulatory agency employment in the region.
• Professional Wetland Delineator and/or PWS certification a plus.
• GIS experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead stream and wetland delineations.
• Willingness to conduct field work in difficult terrain.
• Independent thinking and ability to work independently when needed.
• Effective communication and independent task management.
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Technical writing and field data management.
• Engage directly with staff and leadership.

Skills

Self-starter

Independent thinking

Communication skills

Team leadership

Technical writing

Field data management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder isseeking an experienced Stream and Wetland Delineator to join our Environmental Permitting and Planning (EP&P) Team in Bridgeport, WV.

This position provides a great career-growth opportunity for an organized and energetic leader who can effectively collaborate with operational and business development leadership in our Eastern Division to execute our shared growth strategy.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Self-starter who can lead stream and wetland delineations.
• Willingness to conduct field work in difficult terrain.
• Independent thinking skills, the ability to self-start, able to work independently when needed.
• Effective communication skills and independent task management.
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Adept at technical writing and field data management.
• Ability to effectively engage directly with staff and leadership.

Familiarity with the following:

• Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)- specific state level experience in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia.
• Nationwide Permits, State Programmatic General Permits, Joint Permit Applications, Individual Permits.
• State Water Quality Certifications.
• State/local wetlands and waterways, township, and floodplain regulations.
• Effectively prepare permitting documents and reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biological science, ecological science, environmental permitting, or related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in environmental consulting, and/or regulatory agency employment in the region.
• Professional Wetland Delineator and/or PWS certification a plus.
• GIS experience a plus.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid holidays

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules).