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Dewberry

Environmental Scientist III

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$81K - $104K/yr

NEPA documentation; agency coordination; and public outreach. In addition to leading field investigations (wetland delineation, stream assessments, and compliance inspections) and the preparation of ...

Dewberry

Environmental Scientist III

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$81K - $104K/yr

NEPA documentation; agency coordination; and public outreach. In addition to leading field investigations (wetland delineation, stream assessments, and compliance inspections) and the preparation of ...

Dewberry

Environmental Scientist II

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

NEPA documentation; and agency coordination. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a highly collaborative working environment and is an excellent opportunity for an ...

Dewberry

Environmental Scientist II

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

NEPA documentation; and agency coordination. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a highly collaborative working environment and is an excellent opportunity for an ...

Stantec

Environmental Planner/Project Manager

Hampton, VA · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

Serve as Environmental Planner Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for NEPA projects on Federally-owned lands. This entails schedule and budget management, team coordination and leadership ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for nepa in Virginia is $23.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.00 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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NEPA typically refers to the National Environmental Policy Act, and in the context of jobs, a 'NEPA specialist' or 'NEPA professional' is someone who manages compliance with this law. They are responsible for preparing, reviewing, and overseeing environmental assessments and impact statements to ensure federal actions do not harm the environment. These professionals often work for government agencies, consulting firms, or organizations involved in projects that require federal approval. Their work is crucial in making sure projects consider environmental impacts and follow legal requirements.

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NEPA Specialist | Manager

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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    92% say their health insurance is affordable

    say their health insurance is affordable

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    82% say they enjoy their job

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  • 69%

    69% say they have respectful managers

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Job description

NEPA Specialist | Manager
Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations: Virginia Beach, VA
Additional Locations: N/A
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227356
Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, has an opening for an Environmental Scientist with seven (7) to ten (10) plus years of relevant experience specializing in National Environmental Policy (NEPA) and wetland permitting to join our Hampton Roads, Virginia team. This position will serve as a liaison between regulatory agencies and clients for regulatory authorizations with a heavy emphasis on quality control, mentoring staff, technical writing, and document preparation for NEPA and permit application preparation.
Job Duties
Job Duties
  • Preparation of NEPA documents, including Programmatic Categorical Exclusions (PCEs), Categorical Exclusions (CEs), and Environmental Assessments (EAs) and other related planning documents including Virginia Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) with a focus VDOT's Locally Administered Projects (LAP) program and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) documents.
  • Mentoring and collaboration with junior staff to produce final documents.
  • Client coordination and project oversight, as needed.
  • Additional tasks may include permit application preparation for 401/404 Clean Water Act, Virginia Water Protection (VWP) permit program, and Virginia Marine Resources Commission authorizations or other natural resources work as needed.

Compensation Data
Salary Range: $75,000-$110,000+/- per year, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position.
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources Management, or related field. A Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Experience preparing and managing NEPA documents for a wide range of federal agencies including agency scoping and coordination, impacts analysis, and public involvement. Virginia experience is a must.
  • Experience preparing and managing NEPA documents for VDOT's Locally Administered Projects (LAP) program and/or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of: Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act Section 7, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106, Coastal Zone Management Act, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act, and other laws and regulations relevant to the NEPA and impact assessment process.
  • Experience with wetland delineations, hazardous materials investigations (Phase I or II Environmental Site Assessments) and/or air and noise evaluation is a plus.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Additional Requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to manage numerous personnel, projects and priorities.
  • Demonstrated success working with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, as well as the ability to work independently and with a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; candidate should demonstrate the ability to prepare documents that are technically and grammatically correct and fully referenced and must be able to communicate clearly with staff and clients.

Additional Information
What We Offer:*
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Opportunities for advancement.
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
  • Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
  • Group Health Plan.
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
  • Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
  • Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
  • The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
  • Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None

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Perks for frontline workers

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  • Holidays and paid time off

  • Group health plans

  • Vision and dental insurance

  • 401K with a company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount

  • Paid parental leave

  • Employee Educational Scholarship

  • Davey Family Scholarship

  • Employee referral bonus program

  • 20% discount on all Davey services

  • Child care discounts

  • Charitable matching gift program

  • Plus, so much more!

About Davey Tree, in their own words

From Davey Tree

At Davey, we care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We’re always striving to be our best, and we expect the same of each and every employee. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, flexibility and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels. And our unique employee-ownership model means you can have a stake in the success of our company every day, with every decision you make. Wherever you want to grow your career – from a new role to a new geography – there’s a place for you at Davey.

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