Senior Environmental Scientist

Senior Environmental Scientist

Based in Raleigh, NC or Charlotte, NC. Dewberry has an opening for a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our team of professionals. This role focuses on identification of Threatened and Endangered (T&E) species and their habitats, with emphasis on aquatic species survey and reporting. Knowledge of permitting and documentation requirements (NCDOT NRTR, Section 7, NEPA/NCEPA) and coordination with regulators is expected.

• Assisting with Waters of the U.S. delineations, Section 404/401 permitting efforts, and other T&E species surveys and reporting. This role will involve in-office work and fieldwork, leading or assisting with natural resource surveys as needed.
• Preparing project-level proposals and related marketing efforts, and being responsible for contract execution and project budget/schedule compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field.
• Must have (and be able to maintain) the appropriate NCWRC Endangered Species Permits required to conduct aquatic species surveys in North Carolina, including permits for mussel and fish species. Permits/certifications to conduct similar species surveys in Virginia and/or South Carolina is a plus.
• At least 10 years of work experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and manage project budgets preferred.
• Good working knowledge of word processing and integrated software applications, including GIS and MS Office applications.
• Additional Requirements:
  
  Statewide/regional travel will be required for this position.

* At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

* Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

* All recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.