Assistant Environmental Scientist - Environmental Studies (Minneapolis)

Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Studies and Permitting team in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Burn & McDonnell is 100% Employee-Owned firm providing the opportunity to exercise your entrepreneurial spirit and develop professionally within a growing and industry-leading consulting firm.

This position will involve working closely with multi-disciplinary project teams to support wetland delineations, biological field surveys, habitat assessments, environmental permitting, impact assessment and due diligence efforts for a variety of projects, including but not limited to wind, solar, carbon capture/sequestration, power generation, linear infrastructure, and public work projects.

• Assisting with wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and other environmental field studies.
• Collecting field samples and project-related data for environmental analysis.
• Assisting with preparation of technical reports, environmental assessments, environmental impact statements, and other studies.
• Assisting in conducting environmental compliance audits.
• Assisting in preparing a wide variety of permit applications to support compliance with environmental regulations (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, etc.
• Supporting site selection and routing studies.
• Assisting with the preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and supporting materials.
• Utilizing GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.
• Ensuring compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or a related natural science degree from an accredited program required.
• Prior internship or natural science field experience preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
• Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.
• Basic knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.
• Basic knowledge of the environmental permitting process.
• Basic knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Valid driver's license required.
  
  

Compensation

$60,000.00-95,000.00 Annually

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental

Primary Location US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 250780

Job Hire Type New Grad #ENS