Environmental Scientist

Job Title: Environmental Scientist

Job Description

As an Environmental Scientist, you will perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements, primarily focusing on the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont (EMP) and Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain (AGCP) under the guidance of mid-to-senior level staff. You will assist in conducting forest stand delineations and tree assessments in urban settings, perform Chesapeake Bay Area and threatened and endangered species studies, and assist in monitoring stream and wetland mitigation banks. You will be responsible for preparing technical reports and maps in CAD, managing multiple projects while maintaining budget and schedule restraints, and ensuring quality standards on all project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements.
• Assist in conducting forest stand delineations and tree assessments in urban settings.
• Perform Chesapeake Bay Area and threatened and endangered species studies.
• Assist in monitoring of stream and wetland mitigation banks.
• Prepare technical reports and maps in CAD.
• Manage multiple projects, maintaining budget and schedule restraints and ensuring quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience.
• Basic understanding of local, state, and federal regulatory regulations and processes in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and West Virginia related to land development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with well-developed written/verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work a mixture of office and field work, in all seasons of the year and regularly travel regionally.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist (ISA-CA) designation.
• Experience with CAD or GIS software.
• Experience in recording/writing detailed technical reports.
• Working knowledge of field techniques for wetland delineations, plant identification, soil sampling and threatened and endangered species studies.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a mix of office and field work, with a 60-40 split. You will work 40-50 hours per week and will need to commute to projects throughout Virginia. The team is small and entrepreneurial, providing the opportunity to own projects from cradle to grave and gain exposure to other environmental-related work. One company vehicle is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The company has one of the highest projects per capita in Virginia, with over 20 active wetland/stream projects, offering a strong growth path and the ability to earn additional certifications.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chantilly, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $48.08/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chantilly,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

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