Garver is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 1-3 years of experience to provide assistance with environmental permitting and the preparation of planning and environmental studies for various infrastructure projects across multiple business lines in our established Rogers or North Little Rock, AR offices.
The Environmental Scientist will:
- Conduct fieldwork primarily consisting of wetland delineations and habitat assessments, as well as site visits necessary for preparation of stormwater pollution prevention plans.
- Prepare regulatory permits and approvals in compliance with environmental laws, particularly for Section 404 permitting and NPDES permitting.
- Prepare technical reports and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.
Garver’s Planning and Environmental Team is a growing, collaborative group offering our regional clients full-service planning and environmental capabilities. This position will have the opportunity to make a daily impact on Garver’s projects by being involved in a variety of project types with diverse clients, working collaboratively with internal project teams, and expanding our services through high-quality work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the environmental sciences or planning.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience with wetland delineations or completion of wetland delineation training, or minimum of 1 year of experience with project development under NEPA.
- Proficiency in technical writing and use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Availability for occasional overnight travel (generally less than one week).
- Excellent communication skills and able to work on a collaborative team, both internally and externally.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency with ArcPro and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis and mapping.
- Established knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations and guidelines, particularly with regard to Waters of the U.S. and Section 404 permitting.
- Experience in preparing NEPA documents, particularly with regards to transportation projects.
- Working knowledge of Microstation, AutoCAD, InRoads, and/or other engineering and design software.
Grow With Us
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned multidisciplined engineering, planning, and environmental services firm with more than 1,200 employees across the United States. Offering a wide range of services focused on aviation, buildings, construction, enterprise solutions, federal, survey, transportation, water, and wastewater, Garver sits in the top 100 of the Engineering News-Record's prestigious Top 500 Design Firms list and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for. Learn more at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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