Senior Wetland Scientist presso Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R)
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) · Raleigh, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
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Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.
We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.
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F&R is seeking a highly motivated Wetland Scientist for our Raleigh, North Carolina or Richmond, Virginia office. You will work independently on a variety of natural resource projects within an interdisciplinary team of environmental professionals. Primary responsibilities for this position will include: completing wetland and stream assessments, preparing proposals and reports, performing site visits, overseeing support staff, and managing client relationships. You should have a firm understanding of wetland regulations and have experience managing and performing large-scale wetland delineations and other Natural Resources services. This position also has the potential to elevate to the Natural Resources Practice Leader.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse portfolio of Natural Resources projects
- Interact with existing and potential clients in a confident manner
- Perform wetland delineations and stream determinations
- Write and review technical reports and proposals pertaining to natural resource services
- Complete Section 404/401 permitting for various types of projects
- Coordinate projects and oversee support staff
- Provide technical assistance regarding NC, SC, and VA wetland regulations
- Perform field assessments in various environments
- Analyze and interpret data, create GIS-based maps, and collaborate with other team members
- Manage Clients and participate in business development activities
- Serve as a technical lead on Natural Resources projects
- Participate in business development activities such as attending industry events
- Accept training and direction from Practice Leaders, Director, and VP
- Provide training and direction to junior staff
- Other duties as assigned
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- 8+ years of related experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Professional Wetland Scientist Certification (preferred)
- Demonstrated proficiency in wetland and stream delineations, preferably within NC, SC, and VA
- Thorough knowledge of wetland permitting as pertains to NCDEQ and USACE
- Ability to perform protected species surveys for compliance with Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act
- Familiarity with wetland regulations pertaining to the US Army Corps of Engineers and NC DEQ
- Certifications in NC Wetland Assessment Method (NCWAM), NC Stream Assessment Method (NCSAM), and/or NC Surface Water Identification Training and Certification (SWITC) a plus
Core Competencies:
- Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance practices
- Proficiency with standard word processing, spreadsheet, database applications, and GIS
- Excellent communication, both oral and written
- Ability to work independently and within teams to achieve goals
- Must be detail oriented
- Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record check
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
- Ability to perform strenuous field work including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing on ladders and roofing systems, and entering crawlspaces
- Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
- Ability to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach, push, and pull
- Ability to work in environments containing dust, mold, and hazardous materials with safety gear
- Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites; must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
- May travel overnight (less than 35% depending on office location)
- May work nights, weekends and holidays as needed
We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.
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