Environmental Science Technician Jobs in Indiana

Join American Structurepoint and become part of a team that goes the extra mile for our clients and communities. We live by our values - respect, staff development, results and family. Our team is encouraged to explore new ideas and turn our clients' dreams into reality. With exceptional benefits, training, and mentorship, we pave the way for a rewarding career. Ready for more than just a job? Explore opportunities with us and help improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.

Group: Environmental Services

Position: Environmental Project Manager

Location: Indianapolis, IN

We are looking for a team oriented and energetic problem solver to become the next integral member of our environmental science team. Successful candidates must share our vision for integrating the built environment and natural resources by seeking common-sense solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to our high standard of excellence in our fast-paced, growing environmental practice.

General duties include management and primary direction of multi-discipline projects.  Responsibilities include managing, controlling, and monitoring environmental aspects of the project, technical leadership, quality assurance, inter-department and client coordination.  Other duties may include, but are not limited to, coordination and execution of field investigations and analysis of natural, economic and social resources, proposal support and development for new business. 

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Project Management:

• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, fee justifications, and contracts for projects
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities of project to ensure goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed funding and schedule parameters
• Establish project work plans for each project which includes essential elements of the project with major milestones and potential obstacles, project schedule, and financial plan that includes project budget, man-hour utilization forecast, and billing forecast
• Monitor and control project financial plans, review project cost sheets, and prepare monthly invoices
• Prepare monthly cost/profit analysis and billing projections for projects
• For inter-departmental projects, coordinate with the Transportation Project Development Director and/or Project Manager as necessary to maintain and drive the project schedules
• Coordinate projects with the client, local government agencies, and permitting agencies as necessary to drive project schedules
• As necessary, coordinate each project with other department's schedules through the overall Project Manager and Environmental Services Group Leader. Ensure productivity and cooperation among the project team
• Coordinate projects with sub consultant's work schedules
• Serve as representative of firm at all required project meetings, presentations, and public hearings, and prepare documentation of items discussed
• Maintain correspondence file for projects
• Monitor electronic file and plan organization and archiving
• Other duties as assigned

Technical Direction:

• Direct and coordinate activities of environmental specialists, staff scientists and technicians to ensure projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budgets
• Oversee preparation of National Environmental Policy Act documentation
• Oversee delineation of wetlands and other jurisdictional Waters of the US and the State of Indiana and permitting for impacts through the US Army Corps of Engineers and/or Indiana Department of Environmental Management
• Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new environmental analyses, oral and writing skills to environmental specialists and staff scientists
• Stay current with environmental procedures, statutes, rules, guidance and policies
• Attend seminars and continuing education to enhance skills in relevant disciplines

Quality Assurance:

• Supervise the work of all project personnel to ensure that each project meets the highest professional standards, follows the established quality assurance plan, and maintains the established budget and schedule
• Review and understand Company and Department Quality Assurance and Quality Control guidelines to ensure each work product meets the highest professional standards and follows the established quality procedures
• Review interim draft and final reports, design drawings, and computations prepared by environmental specialists, staff scientists and technicians for completeness and accuracy prior to every submittal
• Review work performed by other departments and/or sub-consultants to insure satisfactory performance
• Respond to regulatory agency comments and problems as quickly as possible
• Limited travel required

• Bachelor's in Environmental Science or other natural resources-related field
• 7+ years of professional experience in the environmental science field
• Experience with wetland delineations and federal, state and local permitting, in particular Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting and Section 401 Water Quality Certifications preferred
• Experience with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation preferred
• FHWA NEPA, or ability to complete NEPA certification within one year
• Proficient with MS Office applications
• Ability to travel and work in the field (outdoors)
• Ability to work well and self-motivate in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to work in variable conditions, including uneven ground and access to remote sites
• Strong team player with effective internal & external communication skills
• Experience with ArcView/ArcMap preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Prolonged sitting at a computer workstation.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Close vision for computer and document review.
• Occasional walking, standing, or reaching as necessary.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality.