Environmental Specialist/Project Manager at Topographic, Co. in Benbrook, TX

Job description

• This position has basic knowledge in environmental processes and education in applying scientific theory and methods to identify, research, and resolve environmental issues in the areas of regulatory compliance for Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act, as well as any county or state level regulatory compliance related to those protected natural resources.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes field work and data collection pursuant to state and federal regulations, utilizing GPS-based devices and GIS analysis.
• Conducts environmental assessments, including Wetland and Waters of US Delineations/Determinations to USACE procedures, threatened/endangered species habitat assessments, and vegetation assessments, with preferred experience in biological resource assessments (e.g., habitat surveys, wetland/stream functional assessments).
• Leads field teams and contributes to the development of field practicums.
• Performs and monitors compliance inspections throughout construction phases.
• Collaborates on the preparation of technical reports and presentations summarizing field findings for project managers, regulatory agencies, and clients.
• Communicates effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal cross-functional teams to establish and maintain relationships that support company goals and business development.
• Demonstrates understanding of NEPA and federal environmental laws, with proven ability to analyze and apply regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with aquatic resource delineations and Section 404 permitting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting technical documents.
• Proficient in GIS/map interpretation and GPS-based data collection.
• Strong vegetation identification skills across multiple USACE regions.
• Detail-oriented with a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure work deliverable quality with strong technical writing and Quality Control/Quality Assurance review capabilities
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Proficiency in the operation of GPS equipment and GIS support software.
• Oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Creativity
• Technical Writing and Quality Control capabilities
• Project/Field Work management skills
• Detail oriented

Skills

Required

• Oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Creativity
• Project/Field Work management skills
• Detail oriented