Environmental Scientist - Wetlands Scientist - CDM Smith
Boston, MA
About the Job
Why CDM Smith?
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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Wetlands Scientist with a strong focus on permitting to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for navigating the regulatory landscape to secure the necessary permits for wetland-related projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. You will work closely with project teams, government agencies, and stakeholders to assess wetland conditions, prepare technical reports, and advocate for responsible management practices.
If you are passionate about wetland conservation and have a deep understanding of environmental permitting processes, we invite you to apply and contribute to the protection and sustainable development of our precious wetland ecosystems.
Main responsibilities include:
With high‐level goals provided, prepares environmental studies (e.g., NEPA documents, field reports, feasibility studies, etc.) of basic to high complexity for transportation, facility and transit projects. Collaborates with scientists, engineers, and construction staff to implement the approved approach (e.g., restoration, remediation, etc.). Provides advice and expertise on the selected approach.
Performs basic to high complexity analysis and interpretation of site data.
Serve as technical and task leader, leading environmental coordination efforts with multiple agencies, specifically with departments of transportation (DOTs) and transit agencies in New England.
Leads small field teams and significantly contributes to the process of applying site data to further the preferred project approach.
Brings background and experience with wetlands/natural resources, permitting, planning, NEPA, MEPA, Section 7, Permitting, research and assessment of regulations and GIS Applications.
May contribute to design and lead field inspections.
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers and scientists on project work.
Coordinate preparation and lead presentation in public meetings, including conservation commissions, as well as public information meetings and hearings.
Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to client requests for proposal (RFPs). May be asked to author sections of the technical approach of the proposal.
Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future needs.
Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
Manage or coordinate specialty subconsultants
Perform field work, including wetlands flagging and staking, in accordance with state and local regulations, including the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. 310 CMR 10.00.
Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline with professional scientist registration/certification OR Master's degree in Science or related discipline.
7 years of related experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Wetlands Scientist with a strong focus on permitting to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for navigating the regulatory landscape to secure the necessary permits for wetland-related projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. You will work closely with project teams, government agencies, and stakeholders to assess wetland conditions, prepare technical reports, and advocate for responsible management practices.
If you are passionate about wetland conservation and have a deep understanding of environmental permitting processes, we invite you to apply and contribute to the protection and sustainable development of our precious wetland ecosystems.
Main responsibilities include:
With high‐level goals provided, prepares environmental studies (e.g., NEPA documents, field reports, feasibility studies, etc.) of basic to high complexity for transportation, facility and transit projects. Collaborates with scientists, engineers, and construction staff to implement the approved approach (e.g., restoration, remediation, etc.). Provides advice and expertise on the selected approach.
Performs basic to high complexity analysis and interpretation of site data.
Serve as technical and task leader, leading environmental coordination efforts with multiple agencies, specifically with departments of transportation (DOTs) and transit agencies in New England.
Leads small field teams and significantly contributes to the process of applying site data to further the preferred project approach.
Brings background and experience with wetlands/natural resources, permitting, planning, NEPA, MEPA, Section 7, Permitting, research and assessment of regulations and GIS Applications.
May contribute to design and lead field inspections.
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers and scientists on project work.
Coordinate preparation and lead presentation in public meetings, including conservation commissions, as well as public information meetings and hearings.
Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to client requests for proposal (RFPs). May be asked to author sections of the technical approach of the proposal.
Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future needs.
Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
Manage or coordinate specialty subconsultants
Perform field work, including wetlands flagging and staking, in accordance with state and local regulations, including the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. 310 CMR 10.00.
Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline with professional scientist registration/certification OR Master's degree in Science or related discipline.
7 years of related experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
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