Mid-Level Wetland Scientist​/Permitting Specialist

Tetra Tech is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Wetland Scientist and Permitting Specialist to join our Mid-Atlantic Natural Resources team in our Atlanta location. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental permitting, compliance, and natural resource surveys. This role will involve working closely with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution and adherence to environmental regulations.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

• Support/lead permitting activities and manage tasks for a range of infrastructure, energy, and development projects (e.g., Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Mid-Atlantic area state permits, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, NEPA, NPDES, etc.)
• Lead stream and wetland delineation and assessment, and other natural resource surveys.
• Engage with clients to develop proposals, prepare cost estimates, and respond to Requests for Proposals/Qualifications (RFPs/RFQs).
• Provide technical expertise and support for critical issues analysis and environmental planning.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure quality control of data collected during field operations, including direct mentorship and oversight of junior staff.
• Prepare technical documents, including reports and permit applications, for submittal to regulatory agencies. Includes direct coordination, verification, and receipt of permit approvals.
• Provide senior oversight and guidance regarding stakeholder engagement and overall permitting trajectory.
• Secure jurisdictional determinations from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).
• Prepare and submit Department of Army applications, including use of the USACE RRS system.
• Manage state and local requirements relevant to CWA 404/401 approvals, including direct engagement with regulators to secure the appropriate environmental permits for federal, state, and local wetland and waterbody impacts permitting.
• Engage with regulatory agencies and clients to facilitate project reviews, pre-application meetings, and compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices within the industry.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge, and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Mentor and train junior staff as appropriate.
• Additional duties as required.

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in biology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field.
• 3- to 7-years of experience in environmental compliance and permitting, with a focus on aquatic resources. A master’s degree can supplement 2 years of experience if in a relevant field.
• Experience coordinating with state and federal regulatory entities such as USFWS, USACE, GA EPD, and GA WRD.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including NEPA, Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Endangered Species Act, etc.,
• Experience (3+ years) leading field teams to conduct aquatic resource surveys, habitat assessment and other natural resource surveys.
• Strong understanding of federal and state environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining environmental permits.
• Experience with field mapping, data collection, and analysis using GIS and other relevant software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and regulatory stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills.
• Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports and building tables and spreadsheets (including tabulation and manipulation of data).
• Abil…