Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Ecologist

　　Req ID 17434

　　Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Ecologist

　　Who We Are

　　At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

　　Our Business

　　We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

　　As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

　　This Opportunity

　　WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Ecologist for our Norcross, GA office. The following location will also be considered: Kennesaw, GA and Marietta, GA . Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

　　Your Impact

　　Jurisdictional wetland delineation

　　Environmental oversight during construction to ensure compliance with permit conditions

　　Threatened and endangered species surveys

　　Assessment of potential impacts to wetlands and/or protected species

　　Entrainment sampling at power generation facilities in support of CWA 316(b) compliance

　　Support for preparation of applications for GA Environmental Protection Division and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permits

　　Wetland and stream mitigation monitoring

　　Local and/or national travel (up to 50% of the time) with possible short-term or long-term assignments at project sites

　　Who You Are

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Wildlife Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Fisheries, or related field

　　0-1 years of relevant work experience.

　　Familiarity with Georgia/Southeastern U.S. wetland ecology, wildlife ecology, and/or botany

　　Fluency in regulatory agency guidelines in the state of Georgia (GA EPD, GA DNR, USACE, USFWS)

　　GIS experience

　　Capable of producing clear and concise written technical documents

　　Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required

　　Comfortable with managing a workflow that includes field work and completion of reporting tasks for multiple projects in a timely manner

　　Capable of working independently and effectively with a team, both office and field settings

　　Self-motivated, reliable and dedicated individual

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

　　Experience Operating of 4x4 vehicles and boats.

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　　Additional Requirements

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Additional Details

　　Travel Required: 50%

　　Job Status: New Graduate

　　Employee Type: Full

　　Primary Location: ATLANTA - 5170 PEACHTREE ROAD

　　All locations: US-GA-Atlanta, US-GA-Kennesaw, US-GA-Marietta

　　About WSP

　　WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

　　WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

　　At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

　　WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

　　The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

　　NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

　　WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.