Project-Level Environmental Scientist (Assistant/Associate)

About the opportunity Are you passionate about high quality environmental work, innovation, and the superior client service?

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking two highly experienced, dynamic, self-motivated Project Environmental Scientists (Assistant / Associate level) with strong interpersonal skills and experience in natural resources management and biological studies.

This individual will successfully drive our projects throughout all phases from early planning and permitting through construction.

This Project Environmental Scientist (Assistant / Associate level) should have technical expertise in a range of activities such as biological and wetland surveys, Endangered Species Act compliance, Natural Resource (Clean Water Act) permitting, NEPA, facility siting and constraints studies, and agency interactions at all levels.

Skills include the ability to manage small to medium-sized projects, and track milestones within schedule and budget expectations.

You will also support or be responsible for QA / QC oversight of field data for report-writing and permitting. Our Natural Resources program works on diverse natural resources-related projects across many business lines, including oil and gas, renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, transportation, and mining projects.

Individuals are also encouraged to apply who have additional project management experience acting as natural resources consultants.

This position is a full- or part-time (with benefits), salaried Central Florida-based position for candidates located in Gainesville or the surrounding area.

Pay rate will be based on individual qualifications and experience. SWCA offers a team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a competitive benefits package, including an employee stock ownership retirement plan (ESOP).

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing, 1,600 staff, employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services.

Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.

We live our core values : we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. Application deadline : Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis.

The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice.

We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission. What you will accomplish Biological technical desktop and field assessments and survey efforts including fieldwork, preparing and providing peer review for technical reports and environmental permits such as biological resource assessments and constraints analyses, state and federal endangered species act consultations, wetland delineation, and Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 / 401 permitting Assist or serve as project task lead on a variety of resource management planning projects Field work and office analysis on small and medium-sized natural resources tasks and projects Supervise, mentor, and provide project technical support to staff-level biologists and field staff Work closely with a project team to develop innovative approaches to resource assessment, and write proposals that meet client needs and can withstand agency and public scrutiny.

Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively Work closely with SWCA’s resource scientists and environmental planners, managers and natural and cultural resource directors throughout the company to promote SWCA’s business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values.

Implement and administer SWCA’s safety procedures and standards of scientific and professional ethics Conduct scientific assessment and statistical analyses.

Experience and qualifications for success Minimum Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, environmental science, natural resource management, geology, or other related field A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience performing permitting, environmental, ecological, or natural resources studies, surveys, or projects in the private or public sector At least two (2) years working as an environmental consultant Extensive working knowledge of federal and state laws (e.

g., NEPA, CWA, and ESA) governing natural resource management Demonstrated experience with federal agencies such as the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service (USFS), and / or US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and other state / local agencies Preferred Qualifications A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience performing permitting, environmental, ecological, or natural resources studies, surveys, or projects in the private or public sector;

with at least two (2) years as a natural resources project manager; including staff and project team supervision. Experience working with renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, public utilities, and / or mining clients Experience and ability to manage multiple complex projects and programs, in diverse settings and with changing requirements Demonstrated experience working in a face paced work environment, and a desire to work in a highly collaborative team atmosphere Experience and / or a strong interest supporting business development efforts SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services.

With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email accomodations@swca.

com or call 1-480-581-5378. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this Florida - based position can expect a salary of : Assistant Project Environmental Scientist between $26.

25 / hour and $34.25 / hour; or Associate Project Environmental Scientist - between $62,400.00 / year to $80,080.00 / year.

Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.

Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff.

We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position.

We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

LI-EF1Biological technical desktop and field assessments and survey efforts including fieldwork, preparing and providing peer review for technical reports and environmental permits such as biological resource assessments and constraints analyses, state and federal endangered species act consultations, wetland delineation, and Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 / 401 permitting Assist or serve as project task lead on a variety of resource management planning projects Field work and office analysis on small and medium-sized natural resources tasks and projects Supervise, mentor, and provide project technical support to staff-level biologists and field staff Work closely with a project team to develop innovative approaches to resource assessment, and write proposals that meet client needs and can withstand agency and public scrutiny.

Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively Work closely with SWCA’s resource scientists and environmental planners, managers and natural and cultural resource directors throughout the company to promote SWCA’s business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values.

Implement and administer SWCA’s safety procedures and standards of scientific and professional ethics Conduct scientific assessment and statistical analyses.

Minimum Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, environmental science, natural resource management, geology, or other related field A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience performing permitting, environmental, ecological, or natural resources studies, surveys, or projects in the private or public sector At least two (2) years working as an environmental consultant Extensive working knowledge of federal and state laws (e.

g., NEPA, CWA, and ESA) governing natural resource management Demonstrated experience with federal agencies such as the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service (USFS), and / or US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and other state / local agencies Preferred Qualifications A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience performing permitting, environmental, ecological, or natural resources studies, surveys, or projects in the private or public sector;

with at least two (2) years as a natural resources project manager; including staff and project team supervision. Experience working with renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, public utilities, and / or mining clients Experience and ability to manage multiple complex projects and programs, in diverse settings and with changing requirements Demonstrated experience working in a face paced work environment, and a desire to work in a highly collaborative team atmosphere Experience and / or a strong interest supporting business development efforts SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services.

With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email accomodations@swca.

com or call 1-480-581-5378. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this Florida - based position can expect a salary of : Assistant Project Environmental Scientist between $26.

25 / hour and $34.25 / hour; or Associate Project Environmental Scientist - between $62,400.00 / year to $80,080.00 / year.

Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.

Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff.

We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position.

We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers. LI-EF1