Wetland Biologist / Field Lead
Tetra Tech
Lead wetland field team for delineations and natural resource surveys.
17 days ago ago
$55,000 - $75,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bloomington, MN
Field
Company Size
30,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Construction
Project Management
Environmental Services
Water Resources
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Defense Services
Disaster and Emergency Management
Marine
Transportation
Government
Water Resources
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
permitting
data analysis
gps collection
resource survey
team lead
wetland delineation
- Support local, state and federal project permitting.
- Perform and oversee data entry, data analysis, and report writing.
- Collect GPS data.
- Perform natural resource surveys (e.g., wetlands, streams, vegetation).
- Perform duties as Field Team Lead for wetland delineations in accordance with current USACE 1987 Manual and Regional Supplement(s).
What you bring
arcgis pro
ms office
wetland cert
bachelor's degree
project management
technical writing
- Wetland delineation certification (MWPCP or PWS) preferred.
- Walk around project sites and must be physically able to carry up to 25 pounds of equipment such as GPS antenna, tablet, and shovel or soil probe during field work.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word and Excel, required.
- Local and out-of-state travel for field surveys.
- Experience with local, state and federal project permitting is not required, but would be beneficial.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Project management experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related degree.
- For larger projects, extended travel of 5 to 10 days is typical but can be up to 14 days.
- Potential to assist with other environmental due diligence and compliance tasks (e.g., Phase I ESA and Critical Issues Analysis).
- Minimum 1 year of experience leading wetland delineation teams.
- Highly motivated, client focused, work well in a team environment, work well under pressure, and adapt to changing workloads.
- This position requires preparation of technical environmental reports and strong technical writing skills are required. Providing a writing sample for review may be requested.
- Potential to assist or perform other natural resource surveys (e.g., habitat, functional assessments, aquatic resources, RTE species, and invasive species).
- Excellent client interaction and organizational skills.
- Drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
- Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and/or experience with ESRI Survey123 and Field Maps preferred.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of environmental consulting or relevant experience.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
- Office work when not traveling is typically on-site with some opportunities for remote work.
- For small projects, travel requirements may include day-long projects that do not require overnight stays.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
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Company
Overview
$5B
Annual Revenue
The company generates approximately $5 billion in revenue each year.
1966
Year Founded
Established in 1966 in Pasadena, the company has grown globally over the decades.
110,000
Annual Projects
It executes approximately 110,000 projects annually across various sectors.
Top ENR
Industry Rankings
The company is highly ranked in ENR for water treatment, wind power, and hydroelectric plant engineering.
- Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure.
- It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors.
- Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure.
- Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.
- Service
- Value
- Excellence
- Opportunity
- Improving lives around the world by Leading with Science®
- Our workforce is diverse and includes leading experts in our fields
- Encouraging our associates to explore new technologies, ideas, and business trends
$1B Credit Facility
Sustainability-linked financial initiative
A $1 billion credit facility tied to greenhouse gas reduction and improving lives metrics.
78% Emissions Reduction
Greenhouse gas reduction from operations
Achieved a 78% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from operations, aligning with carbon negative targets.
100% Solar Energy
Net zero energy target achieved
Achieved net zero energy target via a LEED Platinum certified project with 100% solar energy and energy use intensity ≤ 30 kBtu/sf/year.
36% Emissions Reduction
GHG reduction per employee
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee by 36% for Scope 1 and 2 compared to 2021 baseline.
- Carbon negative target with UN Global Compact and SBTi alignment.
- Independent verification of science-based targets in line with 1.5 °C Paris goal.
- Reporting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
- 60% of vendor spend to commit to SBTi by 2027.
- 24% of business holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
- Net zero energy target achieved via LEED Platinum California DGS Natural Resources Headquarters project.
- Sustainability-linked $1 billion credit facility tied to GHG reduction and improving lives metrics.
20,400 people
STEM program engagement
The company's STEM program has engaged over 20,400 individuals, focusing on promoting participation and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
TRIR 0.37 and LWDIR 0.12
Safety performance metrics
The company achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.37 and a Lost Workday Injury Rate (LWDIR) of 0.12 in 2024, representing a 54% and 60% improvement over industry averages, respectively.
- Strive for achievement: committed to high performance and delivering on promises
- Be open and transparent: foster a culture where people can share openly and say what they mean
- Listen to and respect people: value people, listen deeply, and ensure all voices are heard and respected
- Pursue curiosity and have a passion for learning: constantly aim to learn and grow through research, feedback, and reflection
- Embrace diversity and collaboration: work as one team that embraces diversity and actively invites different perspectives
- Indigenous engagement commitments: respect land tenure and property rights; maximize meaningful employment and business opportunities for Indigenous Peoples; engage Indigenous suppliers; provide training and youth/elder opportunities
- Women’s representation: supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report; targeting structural change for First Nations women and girls
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