Senior Environmental Scientist​/Ecologist at AtkinsRéalis Henderson, NV

Overview

Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist job derson, NV.

We are seeking a Senior Scientist/Ecologist to join our Henderson/Las Vegas, NV office. Your role:

• Conduct/participate in natural resource field investigations, including but not limited to waters of the US; potential habitat for threatened and endangered species; vegetative community; presence/absence surveys, specimen collection and handling; construction monitoring; and stormwater and erosion control monitoring and compliance.
• Prepare technical report of findings; support preparation of permits and NEPA documents and provide peer reviews of reports prepared by others.
• Act as an Authorized Biologist for Mojave Desert Tortoise.
• Serve as an in‑field team leader for junior staff and technicians and coordinate with other Authorized Biologists.
• Plan field work and coordinate with various parties regarding timing and location.
• Serve as an in‑field team leader for health and safety requirements, including preparation of safety documents and adherence to company safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain field notes and other collected data in an organized and useful fashion to meet project objectives.
• Effectively communicate the results of studies performed to project management staff.
• Support proposal scope, technical approaches, and fee estimates.
• Serve as an in‑field point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and other parties.
• May assist in the management of projects.
• Occasional work in afternoons/weekends as project monitoring requires; not on a regular basis.
• Perform other duties as the Supervisor may deem necessary from time to time.

• B.S./B.A. or M.S. in a field of Natural Resources such as Wildlife Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, or Ecology. Scientists with 8–10 years of experience after a bachelor's or 5–8 years after a master's are typically required; the incumbent usually has at least 10 years of experience.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, technical writing, computer, and communication skills are desired.
• Experience in identification of waters of the United States (including wetlands);
  Section 404/401 permitting, including Nationwide Permits, Pre‑construction Notifications, Regional General Permits, and possibly Individual Permits.
• Ability to obtain authorization from the USFWS.
• Familiarity with regional flora and fauna.
• Experience as an Authorized Biologist conducting Mojave Desert tortoise surveys is preferred.
• Experience with BLM plant surveys and other rare plant surveys in California and Nevada is preferred.
• Knowledge of impact analysis including NEPA and related documentation.
• Stormwater and erosion compliance experience.
• Wetland and stream condition assessment and mitigation experience.
• Basic stream hydrologic principles.
• GIS skills and GPS equipment familiarity.
• General understanding of one or more of the following industries: infrastructure, transportation, state and local governments, or water quality.
• Prior experience with the Los Angeles and Sacramento District of the USACE and NDOT projects is preferred.
• Experience with the Walla Walla and Portland/Seattle Districts of the USACE is helpful.
• Previous absence and presence survey experience and USFWS scientific permits or ability to obtain permits is preferred.
• Routine travel is expected.
• Must be confident working in harsh and inhospitable outdoor climates in the Western and Southwestern U.S. all year.
• Maintain a keen awareness of safety protocols in the field and office.
• May require use of a company vehicle; a valid driver's license and a record meeting company policy are required.

At Atkins

Réalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition programs, employee assistance program, and…