About the Role
This position requires an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, and ethical approach to environmental support for the engineering division. The individual will perform a wide range of environmental tasks, including wetland/stream delineation, report writing, environmental analysis, and permit application preparation across multiple projects, assisting project managers and technical leads in the successful delivery of project objectives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field wetland/stream delineations in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACEs’) 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual and subsequent regional supplements, and Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (PADEP’s) Chapter 105 policies.
- Prepare USACE wetland data forms and aquatic resource delineation reports.
- Prepare PADEP Chapter 105 and USACE Section 404 permit applications and related documents.
- Conduct evaluations to document PennDOT compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.
- Keep up-to-date with environmental regulations/policies (Chp. 105, Sec. 404, Endangered Species Act, NEPA, etc.).
- Maintain a strong commitment to field/office safety procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed.
- Travel as required to support project needs and field activities.
- Participate in company-provided training and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressively responsible environmental experience related to the essential job functions.
- Independent field wetland/stream delineation experience required.
- Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and in challenging terrain.
- Experience in preparing PADEP Chapter 105 and USACE Section 404 permit applications and related documents.
- Working knowledge of applicable federal/state regulations pertaining to aquatic resources and threatened/endangered species required.
- Prior experience with sub-meter GPS equipment, including post-field data processing required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, time management, and technical writing skills.
- Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, clients, regulatory staff, and other stakeholders in a professional manner.
- Ability to prepare accurate technical work products with minimal errors.
Skills
- Wetland/stream delineation
- Report writing
- Environmental analysis
- Permit application preparation
- USACE wetland data forms
- Aquatic resource delineation reports
- PADEP Chapter 105 permit applications
- USACE Section 404 permit applications
- National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 compliance
- Environmental regulations/policies
- Field/office safety procedures
- Sub-meter GPS equipment
- Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Civil 3D/AutoCAD/ArcGIS
- Microstation
- PennDOT’s CE Expert
- PennDOT’s KEES systems
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management skills
- Technical writing skills
- Effective communication skills
Experience Level
- 5+ years of experience
Education Level
- B.S. Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related field
Benefits
- Competitive benefits packages
- Resources to develop and succeed
- Comprehensive benefits program with variety and flexibility
About the Company
- CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives.
- We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.
