Wetland/Environmental Scientist P2

Graef Anhalt Schloemer & Assoc; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employer ESOP

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GRAEF is seeking a Wetland/Environmental Scientist in Milwaukee, WI to contribute to water resources, ecology, and wetland projects. You will delineate wetlands, prepare technical reports, and assist with permits while collaborating with clients, regulators, and peers.

The role emphasizes adaptability, teamwork, and a drive to contribute to high-profile projects within a 100% employee-owned firm. Hybrid schedule and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Water Resources or Civil Engineering with an environmental focus.
• Minimum of 2 years of wetland project experience in the Midwest.
• Desirable: Corps of Engineers delineation training or equivalent.
• Experience with stormwater and GIS; GPS familiarity preferred.
• Knowledge of federal/state water/wetland regulations and wetland mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetlands and water resource delineations and habitat assessments.
• Prepare delineation reports for clients and regulators.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance at multiple levels.
• Attend client/regulatory meetings and provide input.
• Possible work on wildlife surveys, restoration design, and related tasks.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Water resources

Regulatory knowledge

GIS experience

GPS equipment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Ecology/Environmental Science/Water Resources/Civil Engineering (environmental focus)

Tools

GIS

GPS equipment

Job description

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing quality engineering services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best professional approach to service is to hire technically competent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated individuals. GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. If you are looking for the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects, have the satisfaction and security of working at a 100% employee-owned company, then GRAEF is the place for you!

Wetland/Environmental Scientist – Milwaukee, WI

This role offers meaningful learning opportunities and the chance to contribute to a well-established technical group focused on water resources, ecology, and wetland sciences. Projects may include habitat restoration, public and private development, and transportation. We are seeking talented individuals with drive, adaptability, humility, intelligence, teamwork, curiosity, and resilience to help advance our team’s success.

Responsibilities

• Wetland and water resource delineations and characterization (botanical surveys, habitat mapping, endangered species assessments.)
• Prepare wetland delineation and technical reports for clients/regulators.
• Support environmental permitting and regulatory compliance (at the federal, state and local levels.)
• Attend client / regulatory meetings and provide input.
• Additional work may include wildlife surveys, ecological restoration design, tree surveys, and coastal or bluff stabilization.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Water Resources or Civil Engineering with an environmental focus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in wetland projects required in the Midwest region.
• Preferred completion of Army Corps of Engineers Basic Delineation Training (or approved equivalent.)
• Stormwater and GIS experience is a plus. Familiarity with GPS equipment is highly preferred.
• Qualifying experience includes working knowledge of Federal and State water and wetland regulations such as: Section 404 of the Clean Water Act; Wisconsin's wetland and waterway regulations; wetland delineation and functional assessment; knowledge of Wisconsin's flora; and wetland mitigation site selection, design and construction.
• Preferred experience with green infrastructure, erosion control or best management practice inspections.

• Good oral and written communication skills, organizational and note-taking skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clients, peers, management and vendors.

Benefits

• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting downtown office location, with free amenities, including onsite fitness center, pickleball courts, and more
• Free covered parking
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

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