Senior Environmental Scientist

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Locations:
Bannockburn, Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, Mokena, IL

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long‑lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Environmental Scientist in our Water Resources department. We are seeking qualified applicants for our Bannockburn, Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena offices.

• Complete natural resources and environmental services for municipal, county, and private clients.
• Environmental Assessments/Impact Studies.
• Habitat Restoration/Ecological Restoration.
• Stream bank/Floodplain/Wetland Restoration.
• Detention Basin/Rain Garden Design.
• Tasks will include wetland delineation, permitting, and mitigation.
• Supervise restoration ecologists and engineers working on Stream bank Design, Detention Basin Retrofits, and Natura Area Assessments.
• Knowledge of stormwater best management practice design, stream bank stabilization design, and environmental assessments is preferred.
• Manage and complete the water resource components of engineering plans and specifications for projects.
• Identify and submit grant applications.
• Represent the company in client and agency meetings to resolve questions and plan and coordinate work.
• Develop and enhance client relationships and business growth.
• Work with department managers to develop and maintain department standards and complete peer reviews.

• B.S./B.A. degree in environmental or natural resources field.
• Certified as a Wetland Scientist in Illinois and/or Wisconsin.