ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist/Biologist/Ecologist - Wetland Delineator to join our global consulting firm as a Senior Consultant in our growing Capital Project Delivery (CPD) team. In this role, you will work closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners, and other team members on a variety of environmental permitting, due diligence, and impact assessment projects to support our renewable energy, oil and gas, power, and technology sector clients.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading field-based Waters of the United States, including wetlands (WOTUS) delineations using the applicable Corps Wetland Delineation Manual (Manual) and regional supplements including: Eastern Mountains and Piedmont, Atlantic & Gulf Coast, and North Central and Northeast. The ideal candidate should also have experience performing protected species assessments, using federal and state databases to research rare, threatened, and endangered (RTE) species, managing data, and writing technical reports to support a wide variety of projects.

This role involves a mix of field and office/desktop work, with a focus on field work during the mid-Atlantic field season and a mix of desktop and field work the remainder of year. It provides an exciting opportunity to build expertise in wetland, species management, and erosion and sedimentation control compliance across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US. The role also offers the opportunity to work across North America on a variety of wetland and wildlife field projects.

As a consultant at ERM, you will gain a wealth of experience across different sectors, clients, geographies, and services. ERM's collaborative culture and nationwide network of experts provides knowledge sharing of best practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants, allowing you to build your own individualized career path in project management or technical disciplines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manuals (1987 and 1989) and Regional Supplements.
• Provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your own field of specialization and support additional analyses outside of your area of specialization.
• Provide technical assistance on a wide range of capital infrastructure and other projects including preparation of environmental assessments and environmental impact statements under NEPA, environmental due diligence services, protected species habitat assessments, WOTUS 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 including 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 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 Capital Project Delivery team and support the goals of the team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or related discipline. Or the equivalency of 8+ years related experience in lieu of education.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.
• Familiarity with field survey techniques and WOTUS delineations, including working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and Digital data collection platforms such as ARC GIS Field Maps, Survey 123, and/or Bio App.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Willingness and desire to support field assignments between 50% and 80% of the time during the field season (April to October).
• Working knowledge of field techniques for plant identification and their facultative rating, the 50/20 rule, soil sampling, hydric soil identification using the most current version of the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) Field Indicators of Hydric Soils, and wetland hydrology indicators is required.
• Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and troubleshooting/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, 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.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-hire background check and drug test.
• Be able to tolerate summer and winter weather conditions while working in the field.
• Be able to walk long distances in potentially rough terrain.
• Should be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs.