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ERM · 21 hours ago

Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland Delineator (Mid - Level)

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $84K/yr

3+ years exp

ERM is a global consulting firm seeking a motivated Environmental Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to join their Environmental Impact Assessment team. The role involves leading field-based wetland delineations, managing data, and writing technical reports to support various environmental projects, particularly in the renewable energy and technology sectors.

ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements, with a focus on upper midwest states

With appropriate guidance and supervision, provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your own field of specialization and support additional analyses outside of your area of specialization working collaboratively with subject matter experts in other fields and with other technical backgrounds

Provide technical assistance on a wide range of capital infrastructure and other projects including preparation of environmental assessments and environmental impact statements under the National Environmental Policy Act, environmental due diligence services, habitat assessments, wetland delineations and reports, Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, and other related environmental documents

Perform project delivery activities such as conducting field surveys, collecting and organizing field survey data, performing research/ literature reviews, writing reports, and developing strategies and recommendations for clients

Conduct tasks related to environmental assessments that include but are not limited to land use planning/facility siting, pipeline and/or transmission line routing studies, renewable energy desktop and field-based environmental assessments and reporting, and development of permit matrices and risk assessments

Assist in preparation of project-specific compliance management plans in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements

Perform multi-media permitting and compliance documentation with an emphasis on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and various state and local agencies

Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments and develop a basic understanding of project management responsibilities

Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to deliver exceptional client value on projects

Work as an integral part of the Impact Assessment team and support the goals of the team

Qualification

Wetland DelineationEnvironmental AssessmentsTechnical Report WritingCertified Wetland DelineatorField TechniquesMicrosoft OfficeCritical ThinkingCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationOrganizational Skills

Required

Certified Wetland Delineator

BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or related discipline. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Or equivalent experience

3+ years (5 years preferred) of relevant environmental experience or professional internships

Strong commitment to safety

Willingness and desire to support field assignments between 20% and 50% of the time

Working knowledge of field techniques for plant identification, soil sampling and hydric soil identification, and hydrology indicators is required

Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills

Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills

Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports and building tables and spreadsheets (including tabulation and manipulation of data)

Ability to engage in multifaceted and dynamic situations and to collaborate with a team of experts to support work through the lifecycle of a project

Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel (up to 75% if needed), and work independently with minimal supervision

Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant: team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality

Highly organized with keen eye for detail, but with the ability to maintain the big picture

High level proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area

Preferred

Experience delineating wetlands in Midwest region of the US in accordance with state and federal regulations is highly preferred

5 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Company

ERM

Glassdoor3.6

ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.

Founded in 1971

Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.erm.com/

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