Jobs
>
Kirkland

    Senior Wetland Scientist - Kirkland, United States - PACE ENGINEERS INC.

    Default job background
    Description

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Senior Ecologist

    PACE Engineers (PACE) is an engineering company serving the Pacific Northwest with a comprehensive range of professional civil and structural engineering, planning, environmental, surveying, and construction management services. With offices in Kirkland and Everett, Washington and Lake Oswego, Oregon, we are strategically positioned to optimize our reach and impact. At PACE, our strength lies in our people, and we pride ourselves on our people-centric approach.

    Joining PACE means becoming part of a vibrant community while making a meaningful difference in society. Our team of 140+ employee-owners has established a stellar reputation, showcasing exceptional skills, unwavering passion, and a profound commitment to our clients and communities. Despite our geographical spread, collaboration is at the core of our firm. Our projects foster unity and cooperation within the organization. We are fortunate to have teams of creative and dedicated individuals across all our offices, which allows us to leverage our top talents regardless of location.

    We are currently seeking to add a Senior Wetland Scientist to our growing Environmental team. The typical salary range for this position is $96,000 to $126,000 and is commensurate with experience relative to this position. This is a full-time with benefits position.

    PACE provides creative and effective solutions that address the needs of modern society while protecting our natural resources. Environmental services may include the feasibility of land, initial reconnaissance, critical areas assessments utilizing USACE and DOE methodologies, and wetland and stream delineations. We provide services for land use entitlements and assistance with permitting for JARPA,HPA,SEPA and ESA.

    Our team is accomplished in critical area studies and mitigation designs providing clients with habitat management plans, biological evaluations, wetland and buffer restoration, enhancement- and creation plans to address development impacts.

    Our environmental and landscape architects provide clients with design and construction administrative services for general landscape and recreational amenities. Such projects include trails, boardwalks, play area designs, and interpretive and educational graphics.

    The ideal candidate will perform and manage projects from site reconnaissance through environmental permitting. This person thrives in coordinating with both internal and external team members across several disciplines, as well as with clients, governmental agencies, and contractors as part of the environmental assessment, regulatory review, site planning, and project permitting processes.

    What you'll be doing:

    • Performing field work using state-of-the-art data collection/analysis tools and software.
    • Working with creative in-house landscape architects and environmental planners to prepare mitigation plans.
    • Conducting field studies and ecological assessments.
    • Preparation and management of applications for environmental permits, including COE/DOE IPs/NWPs, with NMFS/USF&WS for ESA, and NHPA Section 106; WDFW HPAs; DNR FPAs; DOE SMPs; local agency permits; and NEPA/SEPA.
    • Report and proposal writing, and technical editing.
    • Coordinating with our multi-disciplinary team of ecologists and designers, as well as clients, governmental agencies, and contractors.
    • Responsible for schedules, production, and coordination of multiple projects concurrently.
    • Mentoring project staff to achieve and maintain corporate work performance standards.
    • Maintaining client relations and managing project performance to meet client expectations.
    • Managing the day-to-day communication with clients, contractors, and consultants.
    • Developing and managing project schedules and budgets.

    What we are looking for:

    Requirements

    • 6 to 10 years of experience with 4 years in private sector environmental consulting, preferably located in the Pacific Northwest.
    • Experience in project and budget management.
    • Ability and willingness to provide leadership to technical staff.
    • Experience in personally performing wetland determinations/delineations, stream delineations and typing; wetland ratings; functional assessments (e.g., credit-debit analysis); fish and wildlife habitat assessments and management plans; biological evaluations; performance monitoring, and mitigation planning, design, and permitting.
    • Strong communication, organizational, and technical writing skills.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, ACAD, and GPS.

    • Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local codes and ordinances applicable to both critical areas and landscape requirements.

    Education

    • BS in ecology, environmental science, natural resource management, or related field.
    • Master's Degree a plus
    • Certificate in Wetland Science & Management a plus

    Reasons to join our team at PACE:

    • Opportunities for career path and growth
    • Respect and voice
    • Friendly community
    • Empowered to get the job done
    • Flexibility and Work/Life Balance
    • Hybrid work environment
    • Work environment that embraces belonging and equity
    • Mentoring

    PACE Culture/General Benefits:

    At PACE, we value our people and their personal and professional growth. We are a culture of learning.

    Qualifying employee benefits may include but are not limited to: 401(k); ESOP; Medical; Dental; Vision: Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Health Savings Account (HSA); Employee Assistance Program; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; Long Term Care benefit; Life and AD&D insurance; PTO; and Paid Holidays.

    PACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.



  • Soundview Consultants LLC Gig Harbor, United States

    Soundview Consultants is a well-respected Environmental Consulting Firm with 15 years of serving our clients and communities. Our offices located in Gig Harbor, Mt. Vernon, and Cle Elum Washington are focused primarily on natural resources assessments, environmental planning, per ...


  • Soundview Consultants LLC Gig Harbor, United States

    Soundview Consultants is a well-respected Environmental Consulting Firm with 15 years of serving our clients and communities. Our offices located in Gig Harbor, Mt. Vernon, and Cle Elum Washington are focused primarily on natural resources assessments, environmental planning, per ...


  • Atlas Redmond, United States Full time

    External Description · Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with off ...


  • Atlas Redmond, United States

    Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, ...


  • Atlas Redmond, United States Full time

    External Description · Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with off ...


  • Atlas Seattle, United States

    Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, ...


  • Tetra Tech Bothell, United States

    Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs a ...

  • Moffatt And Nichol

    Coastal Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Moffatt And Nichol Seattle, United States Regular Full time

    Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively seeking a Junior Level Coastal Engineer for one of our listed offices. The successful new hire will assist with the pl ...

  • Moffatt And Nichol

    Coastal Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Moffatt And Nichol Seattle, United States Regular Full time

    Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Junior to Mid level Coastal Engineer to join our Seattle office. As part of the Coastal Group, the Coast ...


  • Atlas Redmond, United States

    Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, ...

  • Moffatt & Nichol

    Coastal Engineers

    2 days ago


    Moffatt & Nichol Seattle, United States

    Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for Junior to Mid level Coastal Engineers to join our Seattle office. · As part of the Coastal Group, the Coa ...


  • CDM Smith Bellevue, United States

    **37592BR** · **Requisition ID:** · 37592BR · **Business Unit:** · TSU · **Job Description:** · We are seeking a biologist, ecologist, or environmental scientist to support natural-based solutions projects. This candidate will primarily assist with regulatory compliance eff ...

  • King County

    Stormwater Inspector

    33 minutes ago


    King County Seattle, United States

    Salary : $81, $102,960.00 Annually · Location : Seattle - Regional area, WA · Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week · Job Number: 2024JJ21886 · Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks · Division: WLRD -Water & Land Resources · Opening Date: 06/04/2024 · Closi ...


  • Soundview Consultants LLC Gig Harbor, United States

    Soundview Consultants is a well-respected Environmental Consulting Firm with 15 years of serving our clients and communities. Our offices located in Gig Harbor, Mt. Vernon, and Cle Elum Washington are focused primarily on natural resources assessments, environmental planning, per ...


  • Atlas Seattle, United States

    Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, ...


  • Atlas Seattle, United States

    Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, ...


  • Anchor QEA Seattle, United States

    Title: Senior Landscape Architect · Location: Seattle, WA · Job Type: Regular Full-Time · What's the Opportunity? · We are seeking a senior level Landscape Architect with more than 8 years of experience overseeing, coordinating, and supporting project designs during all stage ...


  • Anchor QEA Seattle, United States

    Title: · Senior · Landscape Architect · Location: · Seattle, WA · Job Type: · Regular Full-Time · Whats the Opportunity? · We are seeking a senior level Landscape Architect with more than 8 years of experience overseeing, coordinating, and supporting project designs durin ...


  • Anchor QEA Seattle, United States

    Title: · Senior · Landscape Architect · Location: · Seattle, WA · Job Type: · Regular Full-Time · What's the Opportunity? · We are seeking a senior level Landscape Architect with more than 8 years of experience overseeing, coordinating, and supporting project designs duri ...

  • King County

    Stormwater Inspector

    23 hours ago


    King County Seattle, United States Full time

    · Summary · Shape the Future with King County's Stormwater Team · Empower Change, Protect Our Waters · About the Role:Are you passionate about protecting habitats, our natural waters, and communities? Join a vibrant team of nearly 50 dedicated professionals in King County to enh ...