Consultant, Lead Wetland Delineator
Company: Society of Exploration Geophysicists
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: October 17, 2024
Job Description:
ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental
Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to join our global consulting firm as
a Lead Wetland Delineator in our growing Environmental Impact
Assessment team.The ideal candidate will have experience leading
field-based wetland delineations and protected species assessments,
managing data, and writing technical reports to support land
development projects. Experience delineating wetlands in the
Midwest region of the US in accordance with state and federal
regulations is highly preferred. In this role, you will work
closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners on a variety of
environmental permitting, due diligence, and impact assessment
projects to support our renewable energy, oil and gas, power, and
technology sector clients. This is a hybrid field and office-based
role, and an exciting opportunity to build expertise in wetland,
species management, and erosion and sedimentation control
compliance across the Midwest region.As a consultant at ERM, you
will gain a wealth of experience across different sectors, clients,
geographies and services. ERM's collaborative culture and
nationwide network of experts provides knowledge sharing of best
practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants,
allowing you to build your own individualized career path in
project management or technical disciplines.RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements,
with a focus on upper midwest states.
- Provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your
own field of specialization and support additional analyses outside
of your area of specialization working collaboratively with subject
matter experts in other fields.
- Provide technical assistance on a wide range of capital
infrastructure and other projects including preparation of
environmental assessments and environmental impact statements under
the National Environmental Policy Act, environmental due diligence
services, habitat assessments, wetland delineations and reports,
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, and other related
environmental documents.
- Conduct field surveys, collect and organize field survey data,
perform research/literature reviews, write reports, and develop
strategies and recommendations for clients.
- Conduct tasks related to environmental assessments including
land use planning/facility siting, pipeline and/or transmission
line routing studies, renewable energy desktop and field-based
environmental assessments and reporting, and development of permit
matrices and risk assessments.
- Assist in preparation of project-specific compliance management
plans in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local
requirements.
- Perform multi-media permitting and compliance documentation
with an emphasis on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and various
state and local agencies.
- Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and
scope-specific assignments and develop a basic understanding of
project management responsibilities.
- Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to deliver
exceptional client value on projects.
- Work as an integral part of the Impact Assessment team and
support the goals of the team.REQUIREMENTS:
- Certified Wetland Delineator.
- BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or
related discipline. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- At least 5 years of relevant environmental experience or
professional internships.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Willingness and desire to support field assignments between 20%
and 50% of the time.
- Working knowledge of field techniques for plant identification,
soil sampling and hydric soil identification, and hydrology
indicators is required.
- Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and
troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
- Effective written/verbal communication and
organization/analytical skills.
- Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and
reports and building tables and spreadsheets (including tabulation
and manipulation of data).
- Ability to engage in multifaceted and dynamic situations and to
collaborate with a team of experts to support work through the
lifecycle of a project.
- Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel (up to 75%
if needed), and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant: team
player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes
initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
- Highly organized with keen eye for detail, but with the ability
to maintain the big picture.
- High level proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
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