What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Ecologist position at WSP USA?
Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Ecologist for our Norcross, GA office. The following location will also be considered: Kennesaw, GA and Marietta, GA. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
- Jurisdictional wetland delineation
- Environmental oversight during construction to ensure compliance with permit conditions
- Threatened and endangered species surveys
- Assessment of potential impacts to wetlands and/or protected species
- Entrainment sampling at power generation facilities in support of CWA 316(b) compliance
- Support for preparation of applications for GA Environmental Protection Division and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permits
- Wetland and stream mitigation monitoring
- Local and/or national travel (up to 50% of the time) with possible short-term or long-term assignments at project sites
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Wildlife Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Fisheries, or related field
- 0-1 years of relevant work experience.
- Familiarity with Georgia/Southeastern U.S. wetland ecology, wildlife ecology, and/or botany
- Fluency in regulatory agency guidelines in the state of Georgia (GA EPD, GA DNR, USACE, USFWS)
- GIS experience
- Capable of producing clear and concise written technical documents
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
- Comfortable with managing a workflow that includes field work and completion of reporting tasks for multiple projects in a timely manner
- Capable of working independently and effectively with a team, both office and field settings
- Self-motivated, reliable and dedicated individual
Preferred Qualifications:
- A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
- Experience Operating of 4x4 vehicles and boats.
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