Senior Wetland Scientist Job at DesignForce, Fairfax County, VA

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  • DesignForce
  • Fairfax County, VA

Job Description

Senior Wetland Specialist

Our client, an innovative Wetland and Natural Resources consultancy, is excited to welcome a Senior Wetland Professional to their team in their close-knit and collaborative Northern Virginia office .

Our client cultivates a collaborative, team-driven culture and is dedicated to the success of projects ranging in size and complexity. Their work spans Virginia’s wetlands, including the Chesapeake Bay area, providing a distinctive and dynamic environment that fosters ongoing learning, professional growth, and impactful environmental contributions.

Join a team where your skills make a lasting difference, fuel your professional growth, and help build vibrant, sustainable communities for future generations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Wetland Specialist, you’ll bring valuable expertise and a problem- solving mentality to a number of different projects. Core responsibilities include:

  • Perform wetland delineations in compliance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and relevant Regional Supplements, with emphasis on the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont (EMP) and Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain (AGCP) regions.
  • Conduct forest stand delineations and urban tree evaluations.
  • Carry out environmental assessments within the Chesapeake Bay watershed and research threatened and endangered species.
  • Prepare technical reports and mapping deliverables using CAD software, and contribute to the development of project proposals.
  • Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining alignment with defined scope, budget, and schedule while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
  • Liaise with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project.
  • Mentor and provide hands-on support to junior staff, fostering skill development and team growth.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting and project management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and processes in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and West Virginia, particularly related to land development.
  • Proficient in field techniques such as wetland delineations, plant identification, soil sampling, and conducting threatened and endangered species studies.
  • Team-oriented with a desire to collaborate effectively.
  • Comfortable with a mix of office and fieldwork across all seasons and willing to travel regionally.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

What Our Client Offers

Our client values their people as the core of their organization and provides a robust benefits package designed to promote a happy, healthy, and balanced lifestyle.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Employer-matched retirement fund.
  • Competitive paid time off and paid holidays with one floating holiday.
  • Competitive relocation package for the right person.
  • Wellness stipend to support physical and mental health.
  • Fun, pet-friendly workplace.

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Relocation package,

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