Environmental Scientist/GIS Analyst

Wilson Construction Company specializes in the design and construction of vital electric utility infrastructure needed by power providers across the United States and beyond. We provide infinite solutions and exceptional results for our satisfied clients through a collaborative team environment. Wilson has worked on projects across the United States and in Canada, American Samoa, and Indonesia.

We have an immediate opening for an Environmental Scientist/GIS Analyst to support our Canby, Oregon office. Our Environmental Department specializes in environmental planning, permitting and compliance as it relates to the electrical utility construction industry. Our team brings expertise to construction projects in the areas of permitting, onsite inspection and monitoring, erosion and sediment control implementation, mitigation planning, restoration and revegetation, and environmental training.

The Environmental Scientist/GIS Analyst duties may include but are not limited to estimating environmental costs of projects, managing the protection of environmental resources during construction, coordinating and planning with project teams to facilitate construction progress, and ensuring implementation of project environmental requirements. This position requires work in office and field settings as well as travel. Candidates must be knowledgeable with ESRI’s software products. Candidates must also be client-focused and work well in a professional and team-oriented environment. Excellent written and verbal communication, client interaction and organizational skills, as well as proficiency with MS Office applications required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Developing plans to meet mitigation requirements on a given project.
•    Tracking current bids and projects.
•    Conducting field monitoring and inspecting for environmental compliance (hydrocarbon spills, erosion and sediment control, sensitive resource mitigation).
•    Implementing erosion and stormwater controls at construction sites.
•    Estimating and managing project environmental costs.
•    Availability to travel as needed and spend extended periods of time at project locations distant from the Canby office.
•    Interaction and effective communication with all levels of Project Management staff, field superintendents, clients, and vendors.
•    Create maps and graphs, using GIS software and related equipment for distribution. 
•    Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps. 
•    Enter new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales. 

Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Biology, GIS or another related field.
•    Work experience in a related/relevant field (storm water, geology, hydrology, biology, etc.).
•    Experience conducting and documenting fieldwork. 
•    Capable of performing strenuous fieldwork and walking long distances.
•    Requires an understanding of GIS, CADD, and database software at an entry to junior level.
•    Practical experience with ArcGIS is required.
•    Experience conducting fieldwork using the GPS, coding, and knowledge of utilizing GIS in the electrical utility construction industry is a plus.
•    Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of staff and personality types.
•    Proficiency in MS Office.
•    Strong attention to detail and organization.
•    Must be able to work outside and travel, as necessary.
•    Must have a valid state driver’s license.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off and holiday pay.

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Smoke & drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer and random drug tests, including marijuana.

To apply, please submit your cover letter & resume via our website through the Opportunities page:
www.wilsonconst.com