Environmental Compliance - Natural Resources Specialist

Daft-McCune-Walker, Inc. (DMW) is excited to welcome a talented Natural Resources Specialist with at least 5 years of experience to our Towson, MD team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping high-quality projects by ensuring compliance with environmental laws and helping to guide clients through complex regulatory processes. We’re looking for someone who is not only proficient in federal, state, and local environmental regulations but also passionate about balancing development with environmental stewardship.

The ideal candidate thrives in both independent work and collaborative team settings, bringing strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset. At DMW, you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects that serve both public and private clients, while growing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

• Coordinating environmental compliance for land development and related projects.
• Performing field investigations to evaluate the presence, absence, and extent of regulated water resources, forests, and other natural features, on various sites with the expressed purpose of determining how these features may affect the development potential of those properties.
• Performing nontidal wetland and stream delineations, forest stand delineations, natural resources inventories, and possessing a strong understanding of wetland and forest ecology and how natural systems work.
• Prepare reforestation plans, wetland mitigation plans, and stream restoration plans.
• Applying for and seeking regulatory approvals for field delineations and adjusting wetland delineations as necessary to obtain approval. Conduct negotiations to obtain approval of impacts to regulated natural resources.

A background in biological or physical sciences with an understanding of geology, soils, plants/plant identification, hydrology, and conservation practices is required.

• Bachelor's Degree in biological or physical sciences.
• Ability to identify plants, describe soil conditions, and understand ecological principles.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations and policies through education or on-the-job experience.
• Basic level CAD experience through education or on-the-job training.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly persuasive writing skills.
• Ability to work alone outdoors for long periods, carrying equipment and performing physical labor.

Compensation: $45,000 - $65,000 annually