Biologist / Wetland Ecologist

Biologist / Wetland Ecologist

Location Columbus

Secondary Locations

Job Code 17927

# of openings 1

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Biologist / Wetland Ecologist

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is seeking an experienced Biologist / Wetland Ecologist to join our Eastern Biology Department.The position reports to our Columbus, OH office with the ability to work remotely within the state of Ohio. Employees may travel to a POWER office for periodic meetings.

Roles and responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead wetland and waterbody delineations, organize and summarize field-collected data, compile survey reports, and draft permit applications for ecological projects located in the Midwest while offering support to projects across the country. Candidates must be capable of working as part of a diverse and dynamic project team. Candidates must be physically prepared to work long days outdoors in variable weather and terrain. Projects will require frequent overnight travel to various locations throughout the region.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

Completing wetland and waterbody delineations.

Conducting habitat assessments or wildlife species surveys.

Organizing field-collected data and compiling survey reports.

Implementing health and safety plans, coordinating schedules with the team, and interfacing with both internal staff (project managers, engineers, and other discipline leads) as well as client representatives.

Assisting our clients to develop and implement successful survey and natural resource permitting strategies.

Coordinating with agency staff.

Mentoring junior staff to develop technical skills for ecological survey and environmental permitting tasks.

Required Education/Experience

Bachelors degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or another related field

Three (3) + years of experience conducting ecological surveys

Strong analytical, time-management, and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Commitment to quality with solid attention to detail and organizing data and reports

Knowledge of the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineations Manual and appropriate regional supplements

Basic understanding of Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404/401 permitting and Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations

Experience in writing and managing the preparation of technical reports or permit applications

Valid drivers license and clean driving record

Must be willing and able to travel throughout the Midwest with potential for travel throughout the U.S. Up to 60% travel is expected

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience with a variety of biological and GPS data collection systems

Task or Project Management experience

Experience in botany, floristic quality assessments or other vegetative assessments

Experience with construction stormwater permitting and environmental construction inspection

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSPs 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, youll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the worlds most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

Voluntary Life Insurance

401K

Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

Maternity and Paternity Leave

New Dads and Moms Benefit program

Fertility Benefits

Gender affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.