Job DescriptionAre you an experienced wetlands ecologist or biologist ready to take your career to the next level? At Terracon, we don't just study the environment, we help clients turn ideas into reality while protecting natural resources.
We're seeking a Project Environmental Scientist to join our dynamic team and lead critical projects that make a lasting impact. This position is based in the Nebraska Region, which includes office locations in Omaha, NE, Lincoln, NE and Sioux Falls, SD. Why You'll Love This Role- Be a Leader: Serve as a subject matter expert for wetlands and WOTUS delineation and permitting.
- Make an Impact: Help clients navigate environmental regulations and protect sensitive ecosystems.
- Grow Your Career: Take on leadership, mentoring, and client development responsibilities.
- Work with the Best: Join one of the nation's most respected environmental consulting firms.
What You'll Do- Lead wetland and WOTUS delineations, stream assessments, and permitting projects.
- Manage environmental studies, reports, and regulatory correspondence.
- Provide strategic recommendations for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Oversee proposal development, budgets, and schedules for complex projects.
- Collaborate on NEPA studies, habitat assessments, and protected species evaluations.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development efforts.
Join a team where your expertise drives real-world impact. Apply today and explore your future with Terracon!ResponsibilitiesEssential Roles and Responsibilities:- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Report safety issues or concerns to management and senior leadership.
- Be responsible for maintaining Terracon's established quality standards on all projects.
- Senior scientific professional responsible for quality control and assurance of data gathering procedures and data analysis.
- Serve as a company subject matter expert for wetland delineation and permitting projects.
- Conduct pre-mobilization planning meetings with field staff to ensure all participants execute tasks safely and in accordance with Terracon's rules and practices.
- Plan and staff field studies related to wetland and WOTUS delineation, and stream assessments.
- Conduct wetland and WOTUS delineations and prepare concise and accurate reports and permit applications
- Analyze and synthesize data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
- Draft scopes, schedules and budgets for medium to complex project proposals.
- Communicate clearly and concisely with Terracon leadership, staff and Clients regarding technical and procedural issues.
- Additional responsibilities may include assisting with NEPA studies and reporting and conducting wildlife studies (such as habitat assessments) and permitting.
- This role will require field work and may include overnight travel.
QualificationsRequirements:- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Biology, Ecology, Geography, Geology or related natural science field and a minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
- Experience delineating wetlands/WOTUS and USACE permitting in Nebraska and in the Midwest region.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification/Experience:- Wetland Delineation utilizing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers methods and regional supplement guidelines
- Professional Wetland Scientist or Wetland Professional in Training
- Minimum of 4 years of field experience with wetland delineations, stream assessments, habitat and species assessments
- Minimum of 4 years of related experience with permitting pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Intermediate to advanced understanding of CWA (Section 401/404), ESA (Sections 7 and 10) and NHPA (Section 106) NHPA consultations
About the TeamOur national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
