Dewberry
Environmental Scientist
Richmond, VA
$120,000.00–$150,000.00
Dewberry is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5–8 years of experience to join our Richmond natural resource team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to advance their career as part of a dynamic and growing team of environmental professionals at Dewberry. The candidate should have a demonstrated foundation in natural resource fieldwork and familiarity with state, federal, and local environmental permitting.
Responsibilities
Primary focus is to execute project activities with client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
Coordinate field visits with clients and regulatory agencies.
Evaluate site conditions and identify regulatory approval strategies.
Conduct soil, hydrology and vegetation inventory, species assessments and surveys and plant identifications.
Prepare environmental permit applications for Federal, State and Local governments. Complete post permit compliance monitoring.
Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.
Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals.
Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.
Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence.
Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies.
Required Skills & Experience
A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Science & Policy, or related field is a plus.
Capability to execute and coordinate environmental permitting and environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies.
Proficiency with ArcMap/GIS, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is preferred.
Knowledge of Virginia environmental regulations and permitting, 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s Wetland Delineation Manual and Piedmont/Coastal Plain Supplements, Unified Stream Assessment (USM) Tool for Stream Mitigation Credit determination, Perennial Flow Determinations, and Chesapeake Bay Act Resources and Identification.
Professional Wetland Scientist/State Surface Water Delineator certifications are preferred. Sediment and Erosion Control Inspector and/or natural stream restoration design certification (Rosgen) is a plus.
Additional Requirements
Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Local and occasional statewide travel is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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$120,000.00–$150,000.00
Dewberry is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5–8 years of experience to join our Richmond natural resource team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to advance their career as part of a dynamic and growing team of environmental professionals at Dewberry. The candidate should have a demonstrated foundation in natural resource fieldwork and familiarity with state, federal, and local environmental permitting.
Responsibilities
Primary focus is to execute project activities with client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
Coordinate field visits with clients and regulatory agencies.
Evaluate site conditions and identify regulatory approval strategies.
Conduct soil, hydrology and vegetation inventory, species assessments and surveys and plant identifications.
Prepare environmental permit applications for Federal, State and Local governments. Complete post permit compliance monitoring.
Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.
Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals.
Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.
Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence.
Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies.
Required Skills & Experience
A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Science & Policy, or related field is a plus.
Capability to execute and coordinate environmental permitting and environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies.
Proficiency with ArcMap/GIS, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is preferred.
Knowledge of Virginia environmental regulations and permitting, 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s Wetland Delineation Manual and Piedmont/Coastal Plain Supplements, Unified Stream Assessment (USM) Tool for Stream Mitigation Credit determination, Perennial Flow Determinations, and Chesapeake Bay Act Resources and Identification.
Professional Wetland Scientist/State Surface Water Delineator certifications are preferred. Sediment and Erosion Control Inspector and/or natural stream restoration design certification (Rosgen) is a plus.
Additional Requirements
Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Local and occasional statewide travel is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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