Description

　　Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a mid-level wetland scientist for its office in Omaha, NE. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm voted as a Best Place to Work in numerous cities across the United States.

　　This position will involve conducting wetland delineations, preparing wetland mitigation plans, conducting annual wetland mitigation monitoring, threatened and endangered plant surveys, and the research and preparation of environmental assessments and other permitting documents. The Wetlands Specialist will work within our Environmental Services Global Practice and perform the following duties:

　　Conduct wetland assessments and delineations with strict adherence to federal and state environmental regulations.

　　Collect and analyze Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data using a Global Positioning System (GPS) and ArcGIS software.

　　Conduct field investigations such as habitat evaluations, endangered plant identification and surveys and soil sampling and classification.

　　Compile and analyze field data to compose technical reports.

　　Conduct annual wetland mitigation monitoring and post construction compliance inspections.

　　Research and prepare environmental or biological assessments and permitting documents.

　　Prepare reports and present results from field investigations.

　　Gather data and prepare applications for various regulatory approvals using current technologies (e.g. Survey123, wetland delineation data form software, MS Office Suite.

　　Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, botany, soil science or a related field from an accredited program. Completion of a master's degree in a related field from an accredited program may be substituted for one year of experience.

　　4 years of experience conducting wetland assessments and delineations; conducting and filing wetland mitigation and post construction inspections; analyzing GIS data; preparing environmental assessments and permitting documents; conducting field investigations and associated field work.

　　Field experience and experience conducting wetland assessments and delineations.

　　Demonstrated knowledge of wetlands and aquatic resources.

　　Demonstrated knowledge of Section 404, 401 and Section 10 permitting requirements.

　　Demonstrated knowledge of the regulatory agencies that govern wetland resources and regulations.

　　Demonstrated knowledge of erosion control and site restoration practices.

　　Demonstrated proficiency operating GPS and GIS equipment and support software.

　　Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.

　　Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

　　Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

　　Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

　　Valid driver's license required.

　　Ability to travel 20-50%

　　EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

　　Job Botany/Wetlands

　　Primary Location US-NE-Omaha

　　Schedule: Full-time

　　Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

　　Req ID: 240164 Job Hire Type Experienced

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