Environmental Scientist II

<b>Short Description</b><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;">Bowman has an opportunity for an Environmental Scientist II to join our team remotely.  </p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.</p> <br><br><b>Purpose</b><br><br><p>Responsible for environmental responsibilities related to the land development industry with regard to Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species inventories, procuring appropriate permits, and coordination with regulatory agencies at the county, state and federal levels.</p> <br><br><b>Responsibilities</b><br><br><p><strong>Leadership and Direction</strong></p><ul><li>Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria. Work is completed using advanced engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.</li></ul><p><strong>At the Operational and Company Level</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize and assist less experienced staff in understanding technical policies and procedures during the execution of projects for clients.</li><li>Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.</li></ul><p><strong>Do the Work</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct field investigations, including wetland delineations, perennial flow evaluations, Resource Protection Area boundary delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments and field surveys, forest stand delineations and natural resource inventories, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.</li><li>Create maps of sites for client.</li><li>Assist in the drafting of wetland use permit applications.</li><li>Compile reports summarizing the field investigation, analyze data, and prepare supporting maps and exhibits for Clients.</li><li>Assist in the drafting of Section 404/401 permit applications and impact exhibits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and State and Local environmental agencies.</li><li>Prepare applications such as Water Quality Impact Assessment and RPA encroachment requests for Local approval, and NPDES permitting through States.</li><li>Work closely with senior environmental scientists to learn and assist with the Environmental team's work.</li></ul> <br><br><b>Success Metrics and Competencies</b><br><br><ul><li>Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.</li><li>High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.</li><li>Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.</li><li>Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.</li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.</li><li>Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.</li><li>Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.</li><li>Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.</li><li>Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.</li><li>Commitment to driving profitability and growth.</li><li>Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.</li><li>Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.</li><li>Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.</li><li>Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.</li><li>Focus on improving return on investment.</li><li>Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.</li><li>Data analysis and interpretation skills.</li></ul> <br><br><b>Qualifications</b><br><br><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related field required at time of employment.</li><li>Three or more (3+) years of relevant industry-related experience.</li><li>Experience with Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA). </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).</li><li>Proficiency in AutoCAD.</li><li>Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.</li></ul> <br><br><b>About Bowman</b><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;">Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong> </strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;">A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p>Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $62,000 - $76,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Our comprehensive benefits package includes:</strong></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li>Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement savings plan with company match</li><li>Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays</li><li>Tuition reimbursement and professional development support</li><li>Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.</p> <br><br><b>Physical Demands and Working Environment</b><br><br><ul><li>Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.</li><li>Mobility around an office environment.</li><li>Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.</li><li>Frequent outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.</li><li>Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).</li><li>Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.</li><li>Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.</li><li>Occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.</li><li>Occasional pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds.</li><li>Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.</li></ul><p style="text-align: right;">#LI-BJ1</p> <br><br><b>Job Description Disclaimer</b><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;">Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click <a href="https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click <a href="https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">If you have any questions about the application process, please email <a href="mailto:recruiting@bowman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recruiting@bowman.com</a>.</p>

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