Consulting Associate, Environmental Scientist; Assistant Wetland Delineator

As a Consulting Associate, Environmental Scientist (Assistant Wetland Delineator) you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality analytical and field support to help clients understand and responsibly manage environmental impacts across infrastructure, energy, and development projects.

• Conduct wetland delineations in accordance with the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and applicable Regional Supplements.
• Document ordinary high‑water marks (OHWM) and geophysical characteristics of water bodies.
• Perform habitat and environmental assessments.
• Complete data collection, GPS data management, and quality review.
• Support desktop environmental constraints analysis and permitting processes.
• Assist with survey report preparation and permit applications.
• Participate in fieldwork safely and in alignment with ERM and client safety standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and subject matter experts.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders on environmental science matters.
• Deliver work in accordance with scope, schedule, budget, and ERM quality standards.
• Support the growth and delivery of ERM’s environmental and impact assessment services.

• Required:
  
  BA/BS or Master’s degree in a natural science discipline, or equivalent of 8+ years related experience.
• Required:
  
  Coursework or training in wetland delineation using the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and applicable Regional Supplements.
• Required:
  
  Familiarity with Army Corps of Engineers Regional Supplements (Arid West and/or Great Plains).
• Required:
  
  Ability and willingness to conduct fieldwork up to 75% of the time, outdoors and in variable conditions.
• Required:
  
  Working knowledge of GPS technologies and map interpretation (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial imagery).
• Required:
  
  Strong commitment to health, safety, and fieldwork best practices.
• Required:
  
  Effective written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Required:
  
  Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing needs, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Required:
  
  Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle for frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area.
• Preferred:
  Previous internship, field course, or hands‑on experience with wetland delineation or habitat assessments.
• Preferred:
  Experience collecting, reviewing, or managing environmental field data.
• Preferred:
  Local or regional familiarity with the Houston area and surrounding environments.
• Preferred:
  Local candidates preferred.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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