NY Staffing
Ecologist Position
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is currently seeking an Ecologist who has experience in biology/ecology/natural resources or related sciences to join our growing Ecology Practice in our Western Massachusetts office. The qualified individual must have experience conducting natural resource evaluations and permitting and be able to effectively coordinate field work, direct and support other technical staff, interact with clients, stakeholders and contractors, and manage budgets, invoicing and schedules. What You Will Be Getting: Small office feel with a larger firm reputation and resources. Direct access to leadership - at GZA you are not just a number! Collaboration with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on a variety of projects differing in scope and size. Employee-owned stock buy-in opportunities and a clear path to Principal. Company support for education and training. Generous, company-subsidized benefits package and paid time off. Flexible hybrid work environment, including GZA office location. What You Will Be Doing: Managing projects and teams, delegating to office and field staff, and executing day-to-day activities of projects including financial responsibilities. Preparing proposals, environmental permits, and reviewing/writing reports with Principal guidance and review. Coordinating project tasks and permit application preparations to meet deadlines. Conducting wetland delineations, wildlife habitat, and endangered species assessments. Supporting our Ecology Team to grow our practice. GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities. What You Will Be Bringing: Bachelors degree in Biology, Ecology, Soils, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related discipline. 7+ years of experience in environmental consulting services, including proven experience performing and managing natural resource evaluations, local, state, and federal permitting, environmental monitoring, wetland delineations, biological assessments, and SWPPP inspections. Experience with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, surface water classifications, stream bed and bank protection and restoration, erosion control, and stormwater compliance. Strong ability to interpret and use site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other maps and mapping resources. Experience working on active construction sites with erosion and sedimentation control, and ability to document methods and results. Working knowledge of data collection methods (*e.g.*, GPS) and familiarity with ArcGIS. GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. GZA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status. Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is currently seeking an Ecologist who has experience in biology/ecology/natural resources or related sciences to join our growing Ecology Practice in our Western Massachusetts office. The qualified individual must have experience conducting natural resource evaluations and permitting and be able to effectively coordinate field work, direct and support other technical staff, interact with clients, stakeholders and contractors, and manage budgets, invoicing and schedules. What You Will Be Getting: Small office feel with a larger firm reputation and resources. Direct access to leadership - at GZA you are not just a number! Collaboration with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on a variety of projects differing in scope and size. Employee-owned stock buy-in opportunities and a clear path to Principal. Company support for education and training. Generous, company-subsidized benefits package and paid time off. Flexible hybrid work environment, including GZA office location. What You Will Be Doing: Managing projects and teams, delegating to office and field staff, and executing day-to-day activities of projects including financial responsibilities. Preparing proposals, environmental permits, and reviewing/writing reports with Principal guidance and review. Coordinating project tasks and permit application preparations to meet deadlines. Conducting wetland delineations, wildlife habitat, and endangered species assessments. Supporting our Ecology Team to grow our practice. GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities. What You Will Be Bringing: Bachelors degree in Biology, Ecology, Soils, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related discipline. 7+ years of experience in environmental consulting services, including proven experience performing and managing natural resource evaluations, local, state, and federal permitting, environmental monitoring, wetland delineations, biological assessments, and SWPPP inspections. Experience with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, surface water classifications, stream bed and bank protection and restoration, erosion control, and stormwater compliance. Strong ability to interpret and use site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other maps and mapping resources. Experience working on active construction sites with erosion and sedimentation control, and ability to document methods and results. Working knowledge of data collection methods (*e.g.*, GPS) and familiarity with ArcGIS. GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. GZA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status. Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.