Environmental Scientist at Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. San Marcos, TX

Environmental Scientist I job at Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.. San Marcos, TX. Short

Description:

Bowman has an opportunity for an Environmental Scientist I to join our team remotely.

Responsible for environmental studies related to the land development industry, including Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), wetland delineations, stream assessments, tree inventories and threatened and endangered species, environmental permitting, and coordination with regulatory agencies at the Federal, State, and Local levels.

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions. Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement.
• Work closely with more senior staff members to learn and assist in environmental work.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Conduct field investigations, including wetland delineations, perennial flow evaluations, Resource Protection Area boundary delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments and field surveys, forest stand delineations and natural resource inventories, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Utilize GPS to collect field data, compile survey information, and produce maps.
• Compile reports summarizing the field investigations, analyze data, and prepare supporting maps and exhibits for Clients.
• Assist in the preparation of Section 404/401 permit applications and impact exhibits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and State and Local environmental agencies.
• Work closely with senior and mid-level environmental scientists to learn and assist with the Environmental team's work.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a citizen of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive tasks.
• Strong GIS skills.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Wetland, plant, and soil identification skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related field required at time of employment.
• Prior industry related experience preferred.
• Experience with Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

• Mobility around an office environment.
• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers.
• Frequent outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Primarily…