Ardurra · 8 hours ago
Senior Ecologist / Wetland Scientist
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expArdurra is seeking a full-time Senior Ecologist to join their team in Orlando, FL. This role focuses on environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and database management for transportation-related projects, requiring strong ecological assessment skills and a solid understanding of permitting requirements.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Review roadway plans to determine permitting requirements for minor and major transportation projects, including identification and assessment of wetlands and protected species affected, and assessment of stormwater impacts
Prepare state and federal permit application packages that describe the site assessments, stormwater data, agency jurisdiction, the measures necessary to satisfy permit requirements, and summaries of meetings with the regulatory agencies
Conduct wetland inventories and Environmental Assessments, including a focus on protected species
Assist in preparing and reviewing reports in support of projects, including protected species, natural habitat, environmental impacts, biological evaluations, minor NEPA/NMSA, and related regulatory requirements and compliance guidelines
Review documents for projects prepared by others, including pre-design environmental documents, permit application packages, exemption verifications, or need for additional wildlife surveys
Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformity to established industry standards and local, state, or federal criteria
Provide practical solutions to project challenges by applying accepted procedures and methodologies and collaborating with others
Support the preparation of draft environmental scope, units, and staff hours for projects based on existing transportation permitting policies and guidelines
Monitor project budgets and schedules to ensure profitability and timeliness of deliverables
Mentor junior-level team members while being a positive leader for the team
Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposals and identifying new opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in physical or natural sciences or a related field such as Environmental Science, Biology, or Ecology
10+ years of prior practical experience (or 7+ with a relevant Master's degree)
Familiarity or established relationships with FDOT, regulatory agencies, and other municipal clients is strongly preferred
In-depth knowledge of FDOT and regulatory agency criteria, standards, and plans preparation requirements
Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work, and delivering presentations
Ability to communicate technical and complex information clearly
Possess attention to detail, organizational skills, and a team-oriented mindset
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Rich benefits programs
Internal Ardurra Academy
Industry-leading Leadership program
Multiple, varied career paths
Positive benefits
Time-off programs
Flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home
Company
Ardurra
Expertly balancing experience and innovation to deliver unique solutions to public and private clients.
1001-5000 employees
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President & CEO
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Chief Information Officer
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