Environmental Scientist/Natural Resource Technical Specialist Job

Job title: Environmental Scientist/Natural Resource Technical Specialist Job

Company: Enercon

Job description: ENERCON is a multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental services firm dedicated to driving efficiency and sustainability throughout energy, power, and related technology industries. Our culture is defined by our commitment to excellence and investment in our employee’s growth and development.

We are currently looking for an Environmental Scientist/Natural Resource Technical Specialist to join the ENERCON Team in our Kennesaw, Georgia office. In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform wetland delineations, threatened/endangered species surveys, land use mapping and vegetation cover classification, GPS data collection, GIS map creation, environmental permitting and report preparation for regulatory agencies such as USACE, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), GEPD, GDNR, and various other state and county agencies.

Responsibilities (including but are not limited to)

• Perform environmental assessments by conducting environmental field surveys, land use verification, wetlands, protected species surveys, and vegetation identification at sites located throughout the southeast U.S. Ability to delineate wetlands in the state of Georgia is critical.
• Complete Federal and State environmental permitting, including the acquisition of right-of-way permits from various agencies, regulatory strategy development, site feasibility assessments, and NPDES and permit compliance for a variety of utility-related projects.
• Ensure successful performance and accuracy of documents prepared for environmental services in accordance with National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) guidelines, as applicable.
• Succeed in working independently (with minimal supervision) and immediate tests of abilities and skills.
• Develop and maintain environmental policy and procedures manuals for compliance assurance throughout the lifecycle of projects.
• Oversee the preparation of biological assessments for Section 7 ESA consultation requirements.
• Perform on-site environmental inspections associated with utility construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act (Section 404), and Georgia State water quality regulations.
• Ensure proper installation/maintenance of erosion control devices.

Environmental Inspection is an intense exercise of knowledge, judgement, and stamina as projects may be conducted on a rotating 7-day week in the full range of outdoor conditions. As a qualified candidate, you will have the above experience and meet the below requirements:

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a Natural Environmental Science, Biological Resources, or equivalent field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of natural resources experience required.
• Experience with identification/delineation of wetlands and other flora and fauna in the southeast United States.
• Experience with GEPD/GDNR and USACE Section 404/10 Permitting.
• Knowledge of Georgia fauna and flora.
• Experience with ArcGIS applications including ArcMap and Trimble GPS data collectors.
• 5+ years of erosion and sediment control management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to complete long field days, that may exceed 8 hours in length, in hot and humid or cold conditions and in a variety of habitats including wetlands and dense forests.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Ability to work in the field 75% of the time, primarily within Georgia, but also throughout the southeast U.S. Typical travel duration will be 2-3 days, but can vary depending on project and client needs, ranging from a few days to a few weeks.
• Providing field support following storm events, with little notice, is also required.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have a consistent clear Motor Vehicle report/driving history.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings; ENERCON and client specific background checks; and an annual motor vehicle record (MVR) check according to company and client policies.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• The following certifications are preferred: Professional Wetland Scientist, Certified Ecologist, ISA Certified Arborist, USACE Wetland Delineation Training, and/or Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Certification.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

Enercon Services, Inc (ENERCON) offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. Our people are the driving force behind our work. Together, we advance industry and drive innovation.

ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Expected salary:

Location: Kennesaw, GA – Atlanta, GA

Job date: Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:20:55 GMT


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