Stormwater Management | Natural Resource Engineer

Company:Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations:Virginia Beach, VA
Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site
Req :227361

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a practice builder in Stormwater Management Engineering and Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) to join our Virginia Beach, Virginia team. The successful candidate will conduct ESC and SWM plan review, develop construction plans, perform design calculations, and assist the MS4 Stormwater Engineering Division Lead in Richmond with a variety of site/civil land development engineering projects for local government, higher education, and energy sectors.

This division is based in our Richmond office, but requires additional support in the Hampton Roads region.

• Meet with clients to prepare scopes of work and fee proposals.
• Mentor existing staff and help build the local team.
• Conduct Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) and Stormwater Management (SWM) plan reviews.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop concept plans, grading plans, and site designs.
• Coordinate with counties and local municipalities.
• Provide technical expertise in site/civil design, hydrology and hydraulics, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management.
• Develop site layout plans in alignment with client requirements and WSSI standards.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure project objectives, including scope, schedule, and deliverables, are met in accordance with established performance metrics.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment.
• Virginia DEQ ESC & SWM Plan Reviewer certifications.
• Minimum of five (5) years of site plan review experience.
• Proven experience interpreting Virginia codes, regulations, and site plans.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment, while providing constructive feedback and direction to support team goals.

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program (Send-A-Friend)
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us.

We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you  learn more, visit

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%