Independent Contractor Environmental Scientist Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Overview / Responsibilities

At Wood, we are helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges across energy and the built environment. Join a global leader in consulting and engineering with a decades-long history in the Carolinas where you will collaborate on a wide range of projects supporting both government and industry clients. Join our team of innovative and passionate professionals where we embrace a culture of safety, inclusion, continuous improvement, and career growth.

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking a Mid Level to Senior Environmental Scientist to join our team in Durham, NC to support our Natural Resources, Water Resources, and Environmental Assessment groups. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, biological sciences, ecology, environmental science, natural resources or a related field and five to twelve years of experience.

The candidate will join our Carolinas' Natural Resources team with an opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the Southeast, with an initial focus on projects in and around North and South Carolina. The candidate will work with our multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to support wetland delineations, Section 404/401 permitting, habitat assessments, stream and wetland mitigation projects, and NEPA environmental documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects that include wetland delineation, Section 404/401 permitting, compensatory mitigation projects, SWPPP inspections, NEPA reporting, and Phase 1 ESAs.
• Conduct field investigations including wetland and stream delineations, botanical surveys, and threatened and endangered species surveys.
• Conduct sampling for surface water, groundwater, and soils in various site settings.
• Assist or lead preparation of technical reports, including compiling and analyzing data, preparing exhibits, and writing report sections.
• Travel/field work (daytime and overnight) will be required (usually in Southeast U.S.).
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work with a team of water resources engineers and environmental scientists.
• Assist and coordinate with sub-consultants and other regional Wood offices.
• Compliance with company safety standards and site safety standards in accordance with Wood policy.

Skills / Qualifications

• BS in biology/ecology/environmental science/natural resources or equivalent.
• Have 5 to 12 years of experience.
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Experience in one or more of the following: wetland delineation, Phase 1 ESA, protected species, botanical surveys, NEPA documentation, and/or wetland and stream restoration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong technical writing and communications skills.
• An ideal candidate would be a self-starter, open to learn, adaptable to change, have a strong work ethic, and thrives in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities.
• Flexible to work outside normal business hours and overtime, as needed.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with management, staff, and clients
• Ability to apply analytical/scientific thinking to define and solve problems.
• Ability to work well in a team environment with a willingness to follow detailed instructions and learn new skills.
• Ability to work in a flexible work environment, spending time between working from home, working from an office, and field work.
• Ability to execute field and office tasks and operate independently at times - specifically in field setting.
• Must pass drug test, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree - Ecology, Forestry, Biology
• Proficiency in ArcGIS.
• OSHA 40 certification.
• Experience in the Carolinas.
• Hydric Soils training.
• Wetlands training.
• Certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS).
• Certified Ecologist
• Certified Wildlife Biologist

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.