Wetland Delineation Specialist

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Wetland Specialist for a position located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Wetland Specialist will coordinate with project teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state, and local agencies, and review of necessary project reports and materials.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental planning, biology, ecology, or related field and 4 years’ experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Wetland Specialist Responsibilities:

• Daily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications, and prepare responses in a timely manner.
• Applying technical and creative solutions to environmental permitting.
• Advising clients and team members of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.
• Managing work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.

Requirements of the Wetland Specialist:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental planning, biology, ecology, or related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum 4 years of related professional experience, consulting preferred.
• Knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects throughout the U.S. in market sectors such as oil and gas, electric, and renewables.
• Knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.
• Ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).
• Ability to travel outside of normal working hours, including weekends.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A valid driver's license is required.