AtkinsRéalis · 3 months ago
Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist
US.NV.Henderson
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization committed to creating solutions for a better future. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist to conduct natural resource field investigations, prepare technical reports, and lead junior staff while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyInfrastructureInnovation ManagementMiningTransportation
Responsibilities
Conduct/participate in natural resource field investigations, including but not limited to waters of the US; potential habitat for threatened and endangered species; vegetative community; presence/absence surveys, specimen collection and handling; construction monitoring; and stormwater and erosion control monitoring and compliance
Prepares technical report of findings; supports preparation of permits and NEPA documents and provides peer reviews of reports prepared by others
Is an Authorized Biologist for Mojave Desert Tortoise
Serves and as in-field team leader for junior staff and technicians and/or coordinates with other Authorized Biologists
Responsible for planning field work and coordinating with various parties as to when and where field work will occur
Serves as an in-field team leader for health and safety requirements, including the preparation of safety documents and adherence to company safety protocols and procedures
Maintains field notes and other collected data in an organized and useful fashion to meet and safeguard project objectives
Effectively communicate the results of studies performed to project management staff
Support proposal scope, technical approaches, and fee estimates
Serves as an in-field point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and various other parties
May assist in the management of projects
Occasional work in afternoons/weekends as project monitoring requires. Not typically on a regular basis
Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary
Qualification
Required
B.S./B.A. or M.S. in a field of Natural Resources such as Wildlife Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Ecology
Minimum 8 to 10 years' experience since Bachelor's degree or 5 to 8 years' experience with Master's degree; typical incumbent has a minimum of 10 years' experience
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, technical writing, computer and communication skills desired
Ability to obtain authorization from the USFWS
Must be confident working in harsh and inhospitable outdoor climates in the Western and Southwestern US during all times of the year
Must maintain a keen awareness of safety protocols in the field and in the office
Position may require use of company vehicle. Incumbent must have valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy
Preferred
Experience in identification of waters of the United States (including wetlands); Section 404/401 permitting including Nationwide Permits, related Pre-construction Notifications, Regional General Permits, and possibly Individual Permits
Familiar with regional flora and fauna
Experience with Mojave Desert tortoise surveys as an Authorized Biologist
Experience with BLM plant surveys and other rare plant surveys in California and Nevada
Impact analysis including NEPA and related documentation
Stormwater and erosion compliance experience
Wetland and stream condition assessment. Wetland and stream mitigation
Basic stream hydrologic principles
GIS skills and GPS equipment familiarity
General understanding of one or more of the following industries: infrastructure, transportation, state and local governments, or water quality
Prior experience with the Las Angeles and Sacramento District of the USACE and NDOT projects
Experience with the Walla Walla and Portland/Seattle Districts of the USACE helpful
Prior absence and presence survey experience as well as USFWS scientific permits or ability to obtain permits
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absences options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits
Company
AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is a global firm offering engineering project management, and design solutions across infrastructure and energy sectors.
10001+ employees
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President & CEO
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Chief Operating Officer
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