Staff Scientist

Staff Scientist

• Fort Worth, Texas
• Regular, Full time
• Job ID 2431
• Additional Locations: Dallas, TX

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General Responsibilities:

Job Description :

General Responsibilities:

We are looking for an accomplished, Natural Resources Scientist for our practice in our Dallas / Fort Worth (DFW), Texas office.

Our DFW Environmental Planning team has been in the market for more than 15 years and has a multi-disciplined team that works on:

• -Wetland delineations and permitting,
• -Threatened and endangered species (T&E) assessments,
• -National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, environmental site assessment, remediation, redevelopment, and site renovation work for City and County agencies, school districts, national and local retailers, commercial real property developers and managers, telecom companies, energy providers, law firms, financial institutions, architect/engineer and construction clients.

As a Natural Resources Scientist, you will work closely with a dynamic team to deliver natural resources projects and ensure that work is performed on time, on budget, and meets our client's requirements as well as company policies, procedures and standards. You will work together with the Environmental Planning staff to prepare winning proposals and you will help to deliver proper scoping of services and pricing to be profitable. You will manage projects, prepare and review reports, and ensure quality data generation and reporting. You will have the opportunity to team with professionals to focus on safety, client experience, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, staff training and development, efficient utilization of equipment and facilities, and overall quality of Terracon services. As a Natural Resources Scientist, you will also participate in business development activities with the office leadership team to identify, develop, win, and execute exciting project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.

The Natural Resources Scientist under general direction with limited to moderate supervision is expected to apply experience and increase proficiency in the application of scientific principles, theories, practices and company standards. You will be expected to work autonomously and meet the required scope, schedule and budget of any given project as well as consult with other technical professionals and/or your supervisor on routine and moderately complex projects.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Minimum 3 years' experience in the following preferred:

o Wetland & Stream delineation / preliminary jurisdictional determinations

o Section 404 permitting

o GPS & GIS mapping

o Wildlife surveys and habitat assessments

o Vegetation identification

o Preparation of NEPA documentation

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct waters of the United States delineations and prepare associated reports and permit applications, including Pre-Construction Notifications and Individual Permits.
• On behalf of clients, meet with United States Army Corp of Engineer application reviewers.
• Perform Protected Species Habitat Assessments and Presence/Absence Surveys, for State and Federally Listed Species.
• Manage and assist Natural Resource projects within the DFW region, Central and West Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and beyond.
• Assist with the development of biological resource and other sections within NEPA documents.
• Collaborate with Environmental Planning managers and staff in other Terracon offices to team on large project efforts and promote best practices.
• Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines.
• Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risks. Employ best practices for risk management and loss prevention. Be familiar with company risk policies.
• Promote continuous quality review and improvement on projects.
• Understand and implement technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Perform site visits, field observations and field data collection in area of technical expertise.

Requirements:

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Wildlife & Fisheries Science, Natural Resource Management, Biology, Range Management, or related science field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Associate Wildlife Biologist or Certified Wildlife Biologist accreditation or USWFS Scientific Permit preferred.
• Experience with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act preferred.
• Experience in conducting and managing wetland delineations, as well as permitting, Waters of the United States (Section 10 and 404) within the Great Plains and Arid West regions.
• Wetland delineation training certificate preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Ability to direct staff technicians regarding data collection, preparation of figures and maps, and report production. Ability to mentor junior staff and supervise staff.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
• Skills with GIS mapping, database management, and GPS technology.
• Ability to travel out of town between 10-20 percent of the normal work week.
• Flexible work schedule, to ensure project timelines are completed.
• Possess strong writing skills.
• Ability to work on a team and build networks across the division and company.

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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