Mid-Level Environmental Scientist
Mid-Level Environmental Scientist
The Thrasher Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced full-time Environmental Scientist to join our new Canonsburg, PA office location.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Mid-Level Scientist to join our new Canonsburg, PA office location. Under the supervision of the Environmental Division Manager, the successful candidate will work under our natural resources department where they will lead field teams, mentor junior staff, and assist with permitting activities on various public and private sector projects. The position will require frequent out of town travel and overnight stays.
Qualifications:
- BS in an Environmental, Biological or Ecological Science; Masters in a relevant Biological field of study is preferred;
- 4-7 years of experience conducting wetland delineations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio;
- Demonstrated experience with Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio permitting (Section 404/401) preferred;
- Strong technical background and significant experience conducting wetland delineations in accordance with USACOE and state protocols, functional wetland assessments, mitigation, plant and wildlife identification, and soils identification;
- Ability to independently prepare permit documents, environmental reports, and correspondence documents;
- Ability to travel up to 75% for site assessments, agency coordination meetings, etc.;
- Ability to work flexible work schedules and availability to meet priority deadlines outside of normal working hours;
- Prior experience working and coordinating with regulatory agencies desired;
- Possess excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills;
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong problem solving abilities;
- Ability to develop and maintain client relationships;
- Able to conduct work year round in adverse climate and field conditions;
- Experience with Trimble GPS and ArcGIS;
- A valid driver’s license.
Thrasher offers an excellent benefit package which includes paid time off, 401(k), professional development, tuition, assistance, health insurance, dental, vision and life insurance. The Thrasher Group conducts drug screening and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers. Authorization to work in the United States is precondition of employment.
The Thrasher Group has had a history of excellence for over 34 years. Ranked in the Top 500 Design Firms by the Engineering News Record, we are an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, environmental, survey and construction services firm that delivers successful projects to both public and private clientele. Our dedication to creative design solutions, well-managed projects and exceptional customer service has made Thrasher one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the mid-Atlantic region. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, interested candidates should email resumes.
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