

Multidisciplinary firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental and infrastructure services from planning through delivery.
Lead fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and Waters of the US, which would include plant identifications, soil analysis, and identification of hydrological characteristics; prepare wetland delineation reports summarizing field findings for soil type, vegetation, and hydrological characteristics; and provide wetland delineations and flagging, including GPS location of wetland delineation flagging.• Perform wetland and stream presence/absence surveys.• Work as part of the Environmental Permitting and Compliance team within the utility as the wetland and stream subject-matter expert.• Develop and/or review technical reports and GIS mapping.• Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and develop and/or review permit applications.• Manage a variety of different projects simultaneously.• Independently manage tasks and meet project deliverable schedules while simultaneously working as part of a team.
Fast-paced environmental consulting/utility environment.
Minimum 3 years of experience in delineation, permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams.
Minimum BS or BA in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology; MS preferred.
Organized multi-tasker with ability to meet deadlines.
We are seeking a qualified Wetland Specialist in Rochester, NY in our Environmental Division with the Permitting and Compliance department. The Wetland Specialist will work directly for a client on gas and electric distribution, transmission, and substation utility projects and will be required to manage all wetland-related tasks on utility projects.
Some travel within NY is required.
The Wetland Specialist will be required to lead wetland and stream delineations, wetland and stream presence/absence surveys, and environmental reporting and permitting as it relates to natural resources. At a minimum, 3 years of experience in delineation, permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams is required. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated worker with a willingness to work both independently and on a team.
This position will be hybrid, based out of a client's office in Rochester, NY, from home, and in the field.
Highly motivated, with excellent client service skills and attitude.
Exceptional verbal and technical written communication skills are essential.
Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for permitting and environmental deliverables.
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Salary Range: $50,000 - $64,000
o Health/Dental Insurance
o Community Service Events
o 401k Plan with Employer Match
o Flexible Work Schedule
o Wellness Program
o Paid Time Off
o Referral Bonus Program
o Team Building Events
o Tuition Reimbursement
o Short & Long Term Disability
o Fitness Reimbursement
o Leadership Development Program