WSP · 1 month ago
Early Career Environmental Planner
WSP is a leading company in environmental planning, and they are seeking an Early Career Environmental Planner to provide technical assistance in minimizing environmental impacts of various projects. The role involves data collection, impact assessment, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while generating accurate documentation.
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, assist with collecting, identifying, and compiling observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data from multiple matrices for projects, research, and surveys
Under direct supervision, assist with preparing environmental survey reports, data entry, impact assessment, and permitting activities for assigned tasks (e.g. Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act permitting, CEQA, NEPA, etc.)
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, demographics, patterns and trends, and statistical analysis of environmental data
Assist with performing basic professional environmental planning work relating to ecological systems, habitats, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues
Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, field/work site notes, and software
Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population
Complete training on assigned tasks
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience.)
0-1 years of post-graduate experience in the industry
Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable Regional/State/Federal regulatory framework
Familiar with relevant environmental laws, permitting requirements, notification and compliance practices, and applicable Regional/State/Federal regulatory framework
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Familiarity with discipline-specific software (i.e., ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up)
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
Prior internship related to the line
A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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