Wetland Project Manager

Enviro Science Inc.

Full time Regular

The Wetland Project Manager is responsible for leading and executing wetland and stream projects from initial assessment through project completion which may include permitting or agency coordination. This position combines project management responsibilities with technical wetland biologist duties including conducting field surveys delineating aquatic resource boundaries collecting and analyzing environmental data preparing technical reports and coordinating regulatory permitting components. The role requires close coordination with clients project teams and regulatory agencies as well as mentoring and supporting junior staff.

Fieldwork involves wetland and stream delineations functional assessments rare species habitat surveys and monitoring ecological health in diverse and challenging environments.

Conduct wetland delineations stream assessments terrestrial surveys and functional assessments independently.

Identify and delineate wetland and stream boundaries; classify wetland and stream quality by utilizing regional USACE manuals and state functional assessments.

Collect and record field data on soils water vegetation and wildlife; use GPS / GIS tools to map and document site conditions.

Perform habitat assessments for rare threatened and endangered species.

Work in all weather conditions and varied terrain throughout the year.

Prepare technical reports and survey results.

Determine permitting requirements and coordinate with client on permitting strategies for projects with potential impacts to wetlands streams and listed species.

Prepare submit and coordinate with regulatory agencies regarding environmental floodplain and historic / archaeological resource matters including but not limited to USACE Nationwide Permit Program Individual Permit and applicable state permitting agencies for wetland and stream impacts.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal state and local wetland and stream regulations.

Prepare and submit proposals to existing and new clients.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring deliverables meet scope schedule and budget requirements.

Independently prepare technical reports permit documents and supporting regulatory correspondence.

Communicate project progress findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.

Assist with proposal development and client discussions to secure new work.

Mentor junior staff in survey techniques regulatory processes technical writing and project management.

Education:

Bachelors degree in a natural science field of study (Environmental Science Ecology Biology Natural Resources or related field).

Experience:

Minimum 1 years of wetland delineation field experience.

Education:

Bachelors degree in a natural science field of study (Environmental Science Ecology Biology Natural Resources or related field).

Experience:

2 years wetland delineation field experience managing projects and / or clients in environmental consulting and USACE 40-hour Wetland Delineation Training certification.

• Ability to independently delineate wetlands using the 1987 USACE Manual and current Regional Supplements.
• Proficiency in plant identification including keying species; knowledge of state wetland and stream assessment methods as applicable.
• Experience with soil classification, QGIS and GPS / GIS mapping.
• Demonstrated success in preparing and submitting Section 404 / 401 permit applications in various USACE districts and states.
• Experience conducting rare / threatened / endangered species habitat surveys; additional expertise in fisheries herpetology or amphibians beneficial.
• Strong technical report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret resource maps and engineering drawings.
• Experience coordinating with agencies on environmental floodplain and historic / archaeological matters.
• Self‑motivated organized and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Willingness and ability to travel overnight as…