Environmental Scientist I

Overview

Support field/ecological surveys, reports, permits, and NEPA reviews for GMC projects.

Key Responsibilities

• stakeholder management
• site assessments
• data collection
• wetland delineation
• flora survey
• esa review

Tasks

-Establish and maintain effective working relationships with project managers, other field personnel, clients, regulatory agency personnel, and contractors. -Responsible to provide functional assistance to biological/ecological field teams during site assessments and data collection to include wetland delineations, stream determinations, flora and faunal surveys (including threatened and endangered species), natural resource permitting, Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process documentation.

Requirements

• wetland delineation
• biology degree
• qhp certification
• gis technology
• arcpro
• autocad

What You Bring

-Exposure or experience with Tennessee Hydrologic Determinations (HDs) and/or US Army Corp of Engineers Wetland Delineation methods. -Bachelor in a biology-related field such as Biology, Ecology, Botany, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, Soil Science, or Geology -Exposure or experience with environmental permitting and natural resource assessment methodologies such as the Tennessee Stream Quantification Tool (TN SQT) or the Tennessee Rapid Assessment Method for Wetlands. -Excellent organizational ability with professional verbal and written communication skills. -Actively pursuing Tennessee Hydrologic Professional (QHP) and/or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification. [JW5] -0-3 Years of experience -Basic understanding of and ability to use GPS equipment. -Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) -Overnight travel may be required multiple days during the calendar year. -40% Field Work /60% Office Work. -Basic southeast US native and non-native vegetation identification -General knowledge of the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of Tennessee and the southeast. -General knowledge base should include familiarity with biological/ecological processes, wetland and/or stream science, botany and/or wildlife, and regulatory permitting concepts. -Phase I Environmental Site Assessment experience -Experienced with using GPS/GIS technology to collect field survey data. -Basic ability to use ArcPro and/or AutoCAD software. -Physically able to perform demanding field work, often in unfavorable conditions (inclement weather, intense heat or cold, biting insects, etc.)

About Goodwyn Mills Cawood (Gmc)

-The company has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative and efficient solutions to complex projects. -The company has a diverse portfolio of work across various sectors, including industrial, energy, and infrastructure. -Notable projects include large-scale infrastructure improvements, energy facilities, and complex commercial developments. -The company has been recognized for its ability to provide multidisciplinary services that integrate engineering, architecture, and planning. -The company is committed to ensuring quality outcomes, client satisfaction, and innovative problem-solving. -The company focuses on both public and private sector projects, tackling challenges that range from urban planning to utility systems. -The company's broad expertise allows it to support projects from conceptual design through to construction and beyond. -The company continues to grow and expand its reach, adapting to the evolving demands of the industries it serves.

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