Environmental Scientist

SLR Consulting is seeking an Associate Environmental Scientist with 7‑10 years experience to support our ecology practice in one of our Connecticut office locations. The ideal candidate for this position is a motivated environmental consulting professional with the desire to foster technical excellence and provide day‑to‑day project support. This candidate will be an integral part of our growth strategy and must be willing to perform work both in the office as well as in the field.

As the Associate Level Environmental Scientist, you will work with our staff of ecologists, professional wetland scientists, registered soil scientists, landscape architects, and structural/civil/water resource engineers in our Connecticut offices. The ecology group provides integrated services on a wide variety of projects throughout New England, including federal and state wetland delineations, regulatory permitting, coastal resource assessments, wildlife habitat evaluations, and environmental impact analysis.

We are SLR Consulting (US), a 500+ coast‑to‑coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen. As our new Associate Level Environmental Scientist, you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject‑matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long‑run, and if you ask our team, they’ll tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short and long‑term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• The salary range for this position is $80,000 – $90,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
• Full‑time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences/Natural Resources Management (Master’s degree preferred)
• Professional Wetland Scientist, Registered Soil Scientist, Professional Certified Soil Scientist is strongly preferred or is already working towards these certifications
• 7‑10 years of work experience with environmental consulting services for GIS map preparation, wetland delineations, and regulatory permitting
• Fluency with Northeast federal and state Wetland and Waterways Regulations and Threatened or Endangered Species Regulations
• Balances field and office assignments; strong organizational skills
• Prepares technical deliverables, wetland delineation, and impact assessment reports
• Experience preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge
• Communicates effectively with colleagues
• Demonstrates consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high‑quality work products
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong interest in safety

• Demonstrates values‑based competencies in line with the core values that are the foundation of all activities performed in order to achieve the mission of the firm
• Accountability – Accepts personal responsibility for one’s actions and decisions
• Client Focus – Responds to and meets the needs of client expectations
• Integrity, Honesty, and Public Trust – Conducts day‑to‑day business in an ethical manner
• Team Values – Respects others and embraces diversity

• Conduct site visits to assess ecological communities, flora and fauna inventories, and delineate wetlands
• Participate in meetings and agency consultation
• Ensure work…