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LaBella Associates

Wetland Scientist - Project Manager

LaBella Associates, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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We are currently seeking a qualified Wetland Specialist to work in our Richmond, VA office in our Environmental Division with the Permitting and Compliance department. The Wetland Specialist will be required to lead wetland and stream delineations, protected species surveys, environmental reporting and permitting as it relates to natural resources, train/mentor junior level staff, and manage wetland and ecology projects.

If you have any of the skills below and you are looking for a place to be empowered and supported, we are interested in talking to you!

We are seeking talent in multiple areas and are excited to hear what you could bring to our team of highly skilled and fun professionals.

We specialize in realizing employee's strengths and aligning them with work they will value.

Duties

Leading fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and Waters of the US, which would include plant identifications, soil analysis, and identification of hydrological characteristics; preparing wetland delineation reports summarizing field findings for soil type, vegetation, and hydrological characteristics; and providing wetland delineations and flagging, including GPS location of wetland delineation flagging

Leading fieldwork for protected species surveys

Develop technical reports and GIS mapping

Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and develop permit applications

Manage and mentor junior level staff

Manage wetland and ecology projects, working with clients

Requirements

Minimum BS or BA in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology

5 to 7 years of experience in delineation, 404/401 permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams

Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for deliverables

Ability to communicate with the client on project status, study findings, etc

Some travel within Virginia, Maryland and other surrounding states is required

Fieldwork required

Salary commensurate with experience

Fast‑paced environmental consulting/engineering practice

Benefits Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well‑being.

Our benefit offerings cover the must‑haves (healthcare and retirement), the just‑in‑cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry‑on‑tops (fitness reimbursements, year‑end incentive pay, and tuition assistance).

Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

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 Information

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: IT Services and IT Consulting

Location: Richmond, VA

Salary: $85,000.00-$95,000.00

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