Our Chantilly office is looking for a Wetland Scientist/Specialist to help take on projects and lead a team. We're looking for a wetland specialist with at least 5 years of relevant experience within wetlands and environmental consulting.

　　Job Requirements:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

　　Must have at least 5 years of relevant environmental consulting experience and management experience.

　　Fundamental and working knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory regulations and processes in Virginia, Maryland, DC and West Virginia related to land development.

　　Working knowledge of field techniques for wetland delineations, plant identification, soil sampling and threatened and endangered species studies.

　　Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.

　　High level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

　　Strong interpersonal skills and experienced with effectively communicating with clients and agency.

　　Detail oriented and well developed written/verbal communication and analytical skills.

　　Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.

　　Ability to work a mixture of office and field work, in all seasons of the year and regularly travel regionally.

　　Working knowledge of field techniques for wetland delineations, plant identification, soil sampling and threatened and endangered species studies.

　　USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements (Primarily the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont (EMP) and Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain (AGCP))

　　Certified Arborist (ISA-CA) certification is strongly preferred.

　　PWS and/or PWD certifications are strongly preferred.

　　Job Duties:

　　Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements (Primarily the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont (EMP) and Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain (AGCP)).

　　Conduct forest stand delineations and tree assessments in urban settings.

　　Perform Chesapeake Bay Area and threatened and endangered species studies.

　　Assist in the management and monitoring of stream and wetland mitigation banks.

　　Prepare technical reports and maps in CAD and write proposals.

　　Conduct data analysis.

　　Oversee and manage multiple projects within client’s scope, budget, schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on all project deliverables.

　　Interface with local, state, and federal government agencies.

　　Mentor and assist in training junior staff.

　　Participate in industry organizations and aid in business development.

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