Wetland Biologist/Ecological Services Consultant*

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Job description

Universal Engineering Sciences (UES), a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, has an opening for a Wetlands Biologist/Ecological Services Consultant.

About UES

For nearly six decades, UES has provided essential engineering services and has contributed to the success of some of the most prominent and significant projects in the United States. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology, best practices, and groundbreaking solutions, to attract the best talent and foster enriching opportunities for career growth. Our work includes both public and private clients and consists of projects ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial and education. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, and scientists offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project as an opportunity to cultivate enduring relationships with our clients.

Built on experience and driven by a determination to see our clients through to success, UES remains focused, optimistic, and grounded in excellence.

Growth

UES is thrilled to be named the #1 fastest growing AEC firm by the Zweig Group. The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list honors the fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction (AEC) industry. For the first time in four years, a new firm, UES, took the number one spot on the 2021 list! Firms are ranked based on three-year growth in revenue, by both percentage and dollar growth.

Why Work at UES?

* Our family atmosphere promotes a small company feels, even as we continue to grow and expand our regional and national footprint.
* Health Plans - UES employees can choose from three different health plan options including our flagship Health Savings Account (HSA) plan with low premiums and company matching funds deposited directly into your own Health Savings Account!
* Our dental and vision plans offer both in and out-of-network benefits, giving you the choice to stay with a favorite dentist, orthodontist, or optometrist.
* 401k - Save for retirement with Empower and get a company matching contribution of 50% on the first 6% of compensation, up to $2,000 maximum match.
* There's plenty of time off too! UES employees accrue generous amounts of Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Holidays!

Is responsible for providing ecological consulting services related to the potential of any State and/or Federally listed animal or plant species, wetlands, or other related ecological considerations which may have an effect on the development of a property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

* Perform protected species assessments
* Conduct coordination, permitting, and mitigation of impacts to listed species and their habitat
* Perform wetland assessments, delineations, and jurisdictional determinations and field verifications with regulatory agencies
* Perform UMAM Calculations
* Develop solutions and present wetland mitigation plans
* Prepare Environmental Resource Permits
* Collect data and present findings and recommendations in technical reports
* Work with clients to understand needs and develop technical proposals to sell service offering
* Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with other agencies, organizations, institutions, industry groups, and individuals in meeting program needs and goals.
* Perform routine regulatory coordination
* Ability to work outside for extended periods of time
* Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Valid Driver's License

Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent (preferred)

USAEC Wetland Delineation Training Certification (preferred)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

5+ years' experience with wetlands, species and/or ecological services

Bachelor's degree (BS) in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field (preferred)

Master's degree (MS) in Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Science, or Biology, three years related experience and/or training

Knowledge of USACOE, FDEP and WMD rules and regulations (required)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.