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Natural Resources Technician
55130 Minnesota, Minnesota
City of Saint Paul, MN
Posted 17 days ago
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Job Description
Salary : $49,920.00 - $68,931.20 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01351O
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 08/06/2025
Closing Date: 8/26/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Join Our Team as a Natural Resources Technician!
Help protect and enhance our natural environment while engaging with the St. Paul community. As a Natural Resources Technician, you'll support habitat restoration, lead volunteer activities, and contribute to the planning and execution of environmental projects across the city.
Here's what you can expect to do:
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
Requirements may be met by one of the following options:
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.
How to Apply
First time applying online? Read our
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Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information: Michelle LeBow at
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
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Do you have a Minnesota Pesticide Applicator License (categories A & E)?
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Which of the following represents your highest level of completed education?
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Please select the number of years of field experience you have.
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Which best describes how you qualify for this position?
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
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Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01351O
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 08/06/2025
Closing Date: 8/26/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Join Our Team as a Natural Resources Technician!
Help protect and enhance our natural environment while engaging with the St. Paul community. As a Natural Resources Technician, you'll support habitat restoration, lead volunteer activities, and contribute to the planning and execution of environmental projects across the city.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Perform plant and wildlife identification, invasive species removal, and land management activities like planting and prescribed burning
- Support and lead community engagement efforts, including coordinating volunteers and youth programming
- Operate equipment and tools safely in diverse field conditions and weather
- Assist with project planning, GIS mapping, site inspections, and data reporting
- Create educational materials and contribute to environmental outreach and grant support efforts
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
Requirements may be met by one of the following options:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Wildlife, Conservation Biology, Forestry, or related field. Up to four years of field experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
- An Associate's Degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Wildlife, Conservation Biology, Forestry, or related field and two years of related experience. Up to two years of field experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume (optional)
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1- .
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information: Michelle LeBow at
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a Minnesota Pesticide Applicator License (categories A & E)?
- Yes
- No
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Which of the following represents your highest level of completed education?
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- None
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Please select the number of years of field experience you have.
- Less than one year of experience
- One year but not more than two years of experience
- Two years but not more than three years of experience
- Three years but not more than four years of experience
- Four or more years of experience
- No experience
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Which best describes how you qualify for this position?
- A Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Wildlife, Conservation Biology, Forestry, or related field
- Four years of related field experience
- A combination of education and related work experience to equal four years
- None of the above
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
- Tractor and UTV operation
- Truck and trailer operation
- Herbicide application
- GIS training and experience
- Chainsaw operation
- Small equipment operation
- None of the above
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
- Working with community volunteers
- Guiding the work of team members
- Communicating with contractors
- Training and/or communicating with the public regarding natural resources
- Drafting promotional materials
- None of the above
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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Select all the areas that you have experience in working. Select all that apply.
- Native plant community restoration
- Prairie installation and maintenance
- Forest management
- Native and non-native plant identification
- Vegetation management best practices
- None of the above
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Please describe your experience indicated above. Include employer, length of service, and responsibilities.
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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Project Manager - Natural Resources
44685 Green, Ohio
BL Companies
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Details Job Location : Canton Office - Uniontown, OH Salary Range : Undisclosed
Project Manager - Natural Resources
Our growth offers an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager in our Natural Resources group. This position requires a high focus on resource and workload planning and managing the successful delivery of Environmental Projects. This role will also require participation in business development practices to grow and support the region.
The selected candidate will have a degree in natural sciences and 6+ years of Natural Resource Experience or PWS or CPSS Certification in the successful completion and/or management of multiple large complex projects. Experience with the direct management of employees and demonstrated business development success preferred.
The implementation of project scopes of work related to environmental investigations. These scopes may include wetland delineation, wetland permitting, agency coordination, non-environmental permitting tasks, environmental inspections, or site assessment activities. The Senior Scientist is expected to complete and price the scope of work for each project and coordinate fieldwork and whatever subcontractors are required for a given project.
Responsibilities Include:
- Knowledge of applicable wetland and permitting regulations as well as NEPA screening tools.
- Detailed understanding of regulatory requirements and limitations to apply during wetlands data analysis.
- Independently complete site review and desktop analysis, conduct field studies, prepare the project report, and discuss findings and implications with project team and project stakeholders, clients, and regulatory agencies as warranted.
- Detailed knowledge of all applicable environmental regulations for jurisdiction project is situated in, knowledge of site vegetation, soils, and hydrology.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and application during data analysis in evaluating potential permitting needs to complete the project.
- Plan, coordinate, communicate, and facilitate activities of multiple disciplines on projects of all sizes from conception through completion.
- Advanced report and permit writing skills.
- Proficiency in phone/e-mail skills for interaction with client or agency contacts should increase. Project manager shall develop skills necessary to independently interface with clients, regulators, and to scope projects and prepare complex cost proposals.
- Ensure successful completion of projects through collaboration and coordinating with internal and external clients maximizing project profitability and meeting billable targets.
- Participate in leadership development programs providing a unique opportunity to make a broad and significant contribution to BL while advancing their leadership skills.
Required Experience:
- 8+ years of Natural Resource Experience.
- CPSS Certification Required.
- Supervisory experience a plus.
- Business development experience (preferred).
BL Companies is 100% employee-owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.
Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.
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Project Manager Natural Resources
06112 Hartford, Connecticut
Consolidated Human Resources
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
Our growth offers an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager in our Natural Resources group. This position requires a high focus on resource and workload planning and managing the successful delivery of Environmental Projects. This role will also require participation in business development practices to grow and support the region.
The selected candidate will have a degree in natural sciences and 6+ years of Natural Resource Experienceor PWS orCPSS Certification in the successful completion and/or management of multiple large complex projects. Experience with the direct management of employees and demonstrated business development success preferred.
The implementation of project scopes of work related to environmental investigations. These scopes may include wetland delineation, wetland permitting, agency coordination, non-environmental permitting tasks, environmental inspections, or site assessment activities. The Senior Scientist is expected to complete and price the scope of work for each project and coordinate fieldwork and whatever subcontractors are required for a given project.
Responsibilities Include:- Knowledge of applicable wetland and permitting regulations as well as NEPA screening tools.
- Detailed understanding of regulatory requirements and limitations to apply during wetlands data analysis.
- Independently complete site review and desktop analysis, conduct field studies, prepare the project report, and discuss findings and implication with project team and project stakeholders, clients and regulatory agencies as warranted.
- Detailed knowledge of all applicable environmental regulations for jurisdiction project is situated in, knowledge of site vegetation, soils, and hydrology.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and application during data analysis in evaluating potential permitting needs to complete the project.
- Plan, coordinate, communicate and facilitate activities of multiple disciplines on projects of all sizes from conception through completion.
- Advanced report and permit writing skills
- Proficiency in phone/e-mail skills for interaction with client or agency contacts should increase. Project manager shall develop skills necessary to independently interface with clients, regulators and to scope projects and prepare complex cost proposals.
- Ensure successful completion of projects through collaboration and coordinating with internal and external clients maximizing project profitability and meeting billable targets.
- Participate in leadership development programs providing a unique opportunity to make a broad and significant contribution to BL while advancing their leadership skills.
- 8+ years of Natural Resource Experience
- CPSS Certification Required
- Supervisory experience a plus
- Business development experience (preferred)
BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.
Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.
Required Experience:- PE License (or ability to obtain within 1 year)
- 16+ years' experience in MEP with 6+ in a supervisory role
- Understanding of contract documents including a knowledge of the liability and contractual issues in Owner/Designer and Owner/Contractor agreements.
- Financial understanding related to the operations associated with this position including but not limited to utilization and profitability.
- Management of client relationships including design and financial issues.
- Coordination and organization with staff and peers as well as good inter-personal and office communication skills.
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Project Manager - Natural Resources
33916 Fort Myers, Florida
Lee County
Posted 1 day ago
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Are you an engineering professional with an Engineering Intern (EI) or Professional Engineer (PE) license whos ready to lead impactful environmental projects? Lee County is seeking a Project Manager to drive the successful execution of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects within our Division of Natural Resources.
In this role, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex natural resources infrastructure projectsensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Youll work closely with engineers, consultants, and contractors, bringing your technical expertise and project leadership skills to every stage of development, construction, and long-term maintenance.
- Project management : Manage projects through the development of the scope of work, consultant selection, review of design and construction plans, permitting, and final construction completion.
- Consultant selection : Leads the consultant selection process in collaboration with the Procurement Department, reviewing project bids and qualifications. Conducts interviews and shortlists vendors for final selection, and negotiates the scope and fees for professional services related to assigned projects.
- Technical design work : Performs complex technical and professional work necessary to design, permit, and construct Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
- Engineering knowledge : Possesses working knowledge of one or more engineering disciplines associated with natural resources projects, including watershed hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, computational hydrology and hydraulics, including modeling techniques and software, and/or construction engineering.
- Problem-solving : Performs detailed technical research and seeks practical solutions to solve project problems.
- Interdepartmental coordination: Coordinates with the County Departments, including but not limited to Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Utilities, and Community Development, or any other stakeholders in fulfillment of assigned project needs.
- Stakeholder engagement: Liaisons with local municipalities and third-party stakeholders on topics relevant to assigned projects.
- Invoice review : Review pay applications of consultants and contractors.
- Site inspections: Site visits during design, permitting, and construction stages to ensure successful completion of the project.
- Surface water expertise : Review Lee Plan Amendments, Zoning, and Development Order applications to provide surface water engineering expertise.
- FEMA compliance reviews : Review FEMA floodway encroachment applications (LOMR, No-Rise, etc.) submittals for compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements using hydrology and hydraulic (HEC-RAS) models.
- Drainage solutions : Investigate and find solutions to drainage and flooding complaints; coordinate with other departments and/or agencies as necessary.
- Customer service : Display excellent customer service skills while interacting with the public.
- Storm preparation : Coordinate the operation of hydraulic weirs controlled by Lee County Division of Natural Resources during the rainy season in preparation for large storm events.
- Field surveying ; Operate GPS Field Survey equipment for measuring elevations as needed.
- Requires any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management/Engineering, or a closely related field, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects, or closely related field.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
- Engineer Intern Certification in the state of Florida is required, with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license in the state of Florida within six (6) months.
- Five (5) years of experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects, construction management/engineering, or a closely related field.
- General understanding of South Florida Water Management District's Environmental Resources Permit standards and specifications is desirable but not required.
- Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with various levels of employees and stakeholders.
- Project management: Demonstrated skills in project management related to stormwater are highly recommended.
- Computer proficiency: Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
- Software knowledge: Working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and hydraulic modeling software is desirable.
- Technical expertise: Strong technical skills in the area of surface water management are preferred.
The position's work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Project Manager - Natural Resources
33916 Fort Myers, Florida
Lee County Government
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
Are you an engineering professional with an Engineering Intern (EI) or Professional Engineer (PE) license whos ready to lead impactful environmental projects? Lee County is seeking a Project Manager to drive the successful execution of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects within our Division of Natural Resources.
In this role, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex natural resources infrastructure projectsensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Youll work closely with engineers, consultants, and contractors, bringing your technical expertise and project leadership skills to every stage of development, construction, and long-term maintenance.
- Project management : Manage projects through the development of the scope of work, consultant selection, review of design and construction plans, permitting, and final construction completion.
- Consultant selection : Leads the consultant selection process in collaboration with the Procurement Department, reviewing project bids and qualifications. Conducts interviews and shortlists vendors for final selection, and negotiates the scope and fees for professional services related to assigned projects.
- Technical design work : Performs complex technical and professional work necessary to design, permit, and construct Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
- Engineering knowledge : Possesses working knowledge of one or more engineering disciplines associated with natural resources projects, including watershed hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, computational hydrology and hydraulics, including modeling techniques and software, and/or construction engineering.
- Problem-solving : Performs detailed technical research and seeks practical solutions to solve project problems.
- Interdepartmental coordination: Coordinates with the County Departments, including but not limited to Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Utilities, and Community Development, or any other stakeholders in fulfillment of assigned project needs.
- Stakeholder engagement: Liaisons with local municipalities and third-party stakeholders on topics relevant to assigned projects.
- Invoice review : Review pay applications of consultants and contractors.
- Site inspections: Site visits during design, permitting, and construction stages to ensure successful completion of the project.
- Surface water expertise : Review Lee Plan Amendments, Zoning, and Development Order applications to provide surface water engineering expertise.
- FEMA compliance reviews : Review FEMA floodway encroachment applications (LOMR, No-Rise, etc.) submittals for compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements using hydrology and hydraulic (HEC-RAS) models.
- Drainage solutions : Investigate and find solutions to drainage and flooding complaints; coordinate with other departments and/or agencies as necessary.
- Customer service : Display excellent customer service skills while interacting with the public.
- Storm preparation : Coordinate the operation of hydraulic weirs controlled by Lee County Division of Natural Resources during the rainy season in preparation for large storm events.
- Field surveying ; Operate GPS Field Survey equipment for measuring elevations as needed.
- Requires any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management/Engineering, or a closely related field, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects, or closely related field.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
- Engineer Intern Certification in the state of Florida is required, with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license in the state of Florida within six (6) months.
- Five (5) years of experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects, construction management/engineering, or a closely related field.
- General understanding of South Florida Water Management District's Environmental Resources Permit standards and specifications is desirable but not required.
- Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with various levels of employees and stakeholders.
- Project management: Demonstrated skills in project management related to stormwater are highly recommended.
- Computer proficiency: Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
- Software knowledge: Working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and hydraulic modeling software is desirable.
- Technical expertise: Strong technical skills in the area of surface water management are preferred.
The position'swork schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Project Manager - Natural Resources
37247 Nashville, Tennessee
BL Companies
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Location : Nashville Office - Nashville, TN
Salary Range : Undisclosed
Project Manager - Natural Resources
Our growth offers an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager in our Natural Resources group. This position requires a high focus on resource and workload planning and managing the successful delivery of Environmental Projects. This role will also require participation in business development practices to grow and support the region.
The selected candidate will have a degree in natural sciences and 6+ years of Natural Resource Experience or PWS or CPSS Certification in the successful completion and/or management of multiple large complex projects. Experience with the direct management of employees and demonstrated business development success preferred.
The implementation of project scopes of work related to environmental investigations may include wetland delineation, wetland permitting, agency coordination, non-environmental permitting tasks, environmental inspections, or site assessment activities. The Senior Scientist is expected to complete and price the scope of work for each project and coordinate fieldwork and any subcontractors required for a given project.
Responsibilities Include:- Knowledge of applicable wetland and permitting regulations as well as NEPA screening tools.
- Detailed understanding of regulatory requirements and limitations to apply during wetlands data analysis.
- Independently complete site review and desktop analysis, conduct field studies, prepare the project report, and discuss findings and implications with project team, stakeholders, clients, and regulatory agencies as warranted.
- Detailed knowledge of all applicable environmental regulations for the jurisdiction where the project is situated, knowledge of site vegetation, soils, and hydrology.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and application during data analysis in evaluating potential permitting needs to complete the project.
- Plan, coordinate, communicate, and facilitate activities of multiple disciplines on projects of all sizes from conception through completion.
- Advanced report and permit writing skills.
- Proficiency in phone/e-mail skills for interaction with client or agency contacts, developing skills necessary to independently interface with clients and regulators to scope projects and prepare complex cost proposals.
- Ensure successful completion of projects through collaboration and coordination with internal and external clients, maximizing project profitability and meeting billable targets.
- Participate in leadership development programs providing a unique opportunity to contribute to BL while advancing leadership skills.
- 8+ years of Natural Resource Experience.
- CPSS Certification Required.
- Supervisory experience a plus.
- Business development experience (preferred).
BL Companies is 100% employee-owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefits package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Year's paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.
Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.
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NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION LABORER
50319 Des Moines, Iowa
Polk County, IA
Posted 11 days ago
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Job Description
Salary: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Location : - Maxwell, IA
Job Type: Part-Time (less than 30 hours/wk)
Job Number: C25-40 (7092)
Department: Polk County Conservation Board
Opening Date: 08/11/2025
Closing Date: 8/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Hours: TBD
Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
Salary Grade: N/A
Location: Chichiaqua BG - 8700 NE 126th Ave., Maxwell
Under supervision of the lead staff, Manager, or their designee, assists full-time staff in the maintenance of county conservation board lands, facilities, and equipment. Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and laborer duties within the Conservation department; performs related work as assigned.
Illustrative Examples of Work
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Polk County is committed to providing a diverse work environment that is representative, at all levels, of the citizens we serve. Equal opportunities are available to all applicants and current employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Polk County believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to our success in serving and empowering our community and to our continued commitment to be one of the nation's most innovative public institutions.
Check with Polk County to determine if benefits are available.
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(ED11) Are you a high school graduate with a diploma or an equivalency certificate (GED)?
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(M1) Are you 18 years of age or older?
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(WS5) This position is year-round, working no more than 29 hrs/week. Are you available to work a flexible schedule year-round?
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(D1) Do you currently have a valid Iowa Drivers License?
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(D4) Do you currently have a Class A CDL?
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(D5) Do you have the ability to obtain/maintain a valid Class A CDL driver's license issued by the State of Iowa with an airbrake and manual transmission endorsement?
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(ED12) Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
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(ED20) Do you have an Associate degree in (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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(ED21) Do you have a four-year Bachelor's degree in: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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(P2} Check all statements you can physically do:
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(P3} Do you have the ability to perform work involving the lifting and carrying of materials regularly? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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(P1} Do you have the ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times a day?
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(E57) Years of experience operating chain saw?
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(E29) Are you knowledgeable about tree maintenance, care, and removal techniques and methods?
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(E6) How many years have you been professionally performing tree rigging/climbing?
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(ED6) Do you have a certification in chainsaw operation (IaDNR/Stihl/USFWS/etc.)?
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(E30) Do you have at least two years of experience in any of the following fields: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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(ED10) Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain Wildland Firefighter Certification?
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(ED13) Do you currently hold an Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Certification in Categories 2 (Forestry) and/or 6 (Right of Way)?
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(ED22) Do you currently hold Wildland Firefighter Certifications for S130 (Wildl and Firefighter Training) and S190 (Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior)?
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(E20) Do you have the ability to operate vehicles and equipment with a manual transmission?
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(E28) Are you knowledgeable in the care and planting of nursery stock?
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(ED15) Are you currently certified in First Aid and CPR?
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(E15) How many years of experience in native ecosystem restoration?
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(E15) How many years of experience in native ecosystem restoration?
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(E24) Are you highly efficient with following Microsoft Office Suite programs? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
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(E19) Do you have the ability to operate the following equipment safely and professionally? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
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(M3) We require a cover letter to be attached to your application. Have you attached your cover letter?
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(M2) We require a resume to be attached to your application. Have you attached your resume?
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Location : - Maxwell, IA
Job Type: Part-Time (less than 30 hours/wk)
Job Number: C25-40 (7092)
Department: Polk County Conservation Board
Opening Date: 08/11/2025
Closing Date: 8/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Hours: TBD
Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
Salary Grade: N/A
Location: Chichiaqua BG - 8700 NE 126th Ave., Maxwell
Under supervision of the lead staff, Manager, or their designee, assists full-time staff in the maintenance of county conservation board lands, facilities, and equipment. Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and laborer duties within the Conservation department; performs related work as assigned.
Illustrative Examples of Work
- Assists full-time staff with a variety of manual labor tasks required to maintain a county park system.
- Assists in the application of chemicals; assists with prescribing fire, invasive species control, prairie seed harvest and processing, and timber stand improvement duties.
- Participates in the care of trees, shrubs, and other plants. Clears brush, and removes invasive species.
- Assists with minor equipment repair and maintenance.
- Maintains and operates equipment such as hand tools, power tools, pick-ups, sprayers, tractors, utility vehicles, gators, mowers, and pressure washers.
- Assists in the maintenance of trails.
- Completes forms as necessary.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- General knowledge of the techniques and methods used in tree maintenance, care and removal.
- Knowledge in the care and planting of nursery stock.
- Knowledge and use of hand and power tools in performing manual labor tasks.
- Knowledge in the mixing and application of herbicides is preferred.
- Knowledge of the principles of prescribed fire is preferred.
- Knowledge of the principles of native prairie, woodland, and wetland management is preferred.
- Skill in the safe use and maintenance of outdoor power equipment (mowers, trimmers, sprayers, chainsaws, brush cutters, etc.)
- Ability to perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other County employees and the general public using courtesy, patience, and tact.
- Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods.
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Ability to back equipment with a trailer attached.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Graduation from high school or equivalent, and
- Experience with operation of outdoor power equipment such as chainsaws, sprayers, brush cutters, and blowers is preferred, or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience that will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Pesticide Applicator's License per Iowa Code Section 206.6 is preferred.
- Part-Time Positions:
- A criminal background check is required.
- A valid State of Iowa driver's license is required.
- Candidate must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and physical capacity testing to ensure the candidate meets the essential physical requirements of the position.
- A drug screen is required.
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within six months.
- A valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license is required within twelve months of hire.
- On-Call and Seasonal Position:
- A criminal background check is required.
- A valid State of Iowa driver's license is required.
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within six months.
Polk County is committed to providing a diverse work environment that is representative, at all levels, of the citizens we serve. Equal opportunities are available to all applicants and current employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Polk County believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to our success in serving and empowering our community and to our continued commitment to be one of the nation's most innovative public institutions.
Check with Polk County to determine if benefits are available.
01
(ED11) Are you a high school graduate with a diploma or an equivalency certificate (GED)?
- Yes
- No
02
(M1) Are you 18 years of age or older?
- Yes
- No
03
(WS5) This position is year-round, working no more than 29 hrs/week. Are you available to work a flexible schedule year-round?
- Yes
- No
04
(D1) Do you currently have a valid Iowa Drivers License?
- Yes
- No
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(D4) Do you currently have a Class A CDL?
- Yes
- No
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(D5) Do you have the ability to obtain/maintain a valid Class A CDL driver's license issued by the State of Iowa with an airbrake and manual transmission endorsement?
- Yes
- No
07
(ED12) Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School/GED
- AS/AA
- BA/BS
- Masters
- Doctorate
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(ED20) Do you have an Associate degree in (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
- Environmental Studies
- Fish and Wildlife Biology
- Forestry
- Ecology
- Natural Resources Management
- Other related
- None
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(ED21) Do you have a four-year Bachelor's degree in: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
- Environmental Studies
- Fish and Wildlife Biology
- Forestry
- Ecology
- Natural Resources Management
- Other related
- None
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(P2} Check all statements you can physically do:
- I can perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions.
- I can climb ladders and work from heights.
- I can safely operate equipment such as hand tools, power tools, service vehicles, gators, tractors, custodial cleaning equipment, and pressure washers.
- I have the ability walk and stand for prolonged periods.
- I have the ability walk on uneven surfaces.
- I can operate vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
- I can back equipment with a trailer attached.
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(P3} Do you have the ability to perform work involving the lifting and carrying of materials regularly? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
- weighing 50 - 100 pounds
- weighing up to 60 pounds
- weighing up to 50 pounds
- weighing up to 30 pounds
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(P1} Do you have the ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times a day?
- Yes
- No
13
(E57) Years of experience operating chain saw?
- None
- 0-1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-4 years
- 4-5 years
- 5 plus years
14
(E29) Are you knowledgeable about tree maintenance, care, and removal techniques and methods?
- Yes
- No
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(E6) How many years have you been professionally performing tree rigging/climbing?
- 0 to 1 years
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 5 plus years
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(ED6) Do you have a certification in chainsaw operation (IaDNR/Stihl/USFWS/etc.)?
- Yes
- No
17
(E30) Do you have at least two years of experience in any of the following fields: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
- Park Maintenance
- Forestry
- Natural Resource Management
- None of the above
18
(ED10) Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain Wildland Firefighter Certification?
- Yes
- No
19
(ED13) Do you currently hold an Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Certification in Categories 2 (Forestry) and/or 6 (Right of Way)?
- Yes
- No
20
(ED22) Do you currently hold Wildland Firefighter Certifications for S130 (Wildl and Firefighter Training) and S190 (Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior)?
- Yes
- No
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(E20) Do you have the ability to operate vehicles and equipment with a manual transmission?
- Yes
- No
22
(E28) Are you knowledgeable in the care and planting of nursery stock?
- Yes
- No
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(ED15) Are you currently certified in First Aid and CPR?
- Yes
- No
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(E15) How many years of experience in native ecosystem restoration?
- 0 to 1 years
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 5 plus years
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(E15) How many years of experience in native ecosystem restoration?
- 0 to 1 years
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 5 plus years
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(E24) Are you highly efficient with following Microsoft Office Suite programs? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
- Word
- Excel
- Planner
- OneDrive
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- OneNote
- SharePoint
- Microsoft 365
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(E19) Do you have the ability to operate the following equipment safely and professionally? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
- Tractor (min. 50 hp)
- Skid-loader
- Mini Skid Steer
- Dump Truck
- Telehandler/Boom Truck
- Utility Vehicles (UTV)
- All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV)
- Excavator
- Forklift
- Truck and Trailer
- Bucket Truck
- Boom Truck
- Chipper
- Stumper
- Forestry Mower
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(M3) We require a cover letter to be attached to your application. Have you attached your cover letter?
- Yes
- No
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(M2) We require a resume to be attached to your application. Have you attached your resume?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
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Natural Resources Technical Leader
66625 Topeka, Kansas
WSP USA
Posted today
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This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Natural Resources Technical Leader** for our Earth & Environment Business in the Plains District (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, North & South Dakota, and Minnesota). This position would be based in our **South Plains Kansas City, MO** office. Other locations will considered: **Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Nebraska.**
The candidate will play a leadership role in the South Plains, working closely with the Plains Leadership Team and other Senior Technical Leaders with a focus on growing our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) capabilities and offerings in support of our efforts to strengthen and expand our existing Earth & Environment practice within the Plains District and beyond. In Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Nebraska our strategy is focused on the oil and gas industry, energy industry, municipalities, industrial development, state Departments of Transportation (DOTs), and many others. The candidate would work with other service leaders on the team to expand current natural resource service offerings in South Plains and diversify our client base. Current natural resources services within South Plains include natural and cultural resources permitting and regulatory compliance (CWA Section 404, NHPA section 106 and beyond), protected species surveys and consultation (ESA sections 7 and 10 and state authorizations), planning and NEPA, and SWPPP compliance. The selected candidate would also leverage cross collaboration with other WSP business lines such as Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I), Property and Buildings (P&B), Energy, Water, Federal, Advisory Services, and PMCM to bring value to our clients.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our Future Ready business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
Your Impact
WSP's vision is based on a passionate, thoughtful strategy that embraces the four pillars of our business: Clients, People & Culture, Operational Excellence, and Expertise:
**Clients**
+ Assist with driving growth strategy for Plains District business within the noted geographic area of the South Plains and strategically grow our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) services.
+ Manage local client coordination and cross-selling efforts in coordination with South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, and Regional Leader.
+ Integrate as the "face of the company" locally and across the geographic region with clients, industry, and within WSP.
+ Expand our existing client base, offering NRP services to existing and new clients.
+ Utilize our extended reach of technical and subject matter experts (SMEs) across regions, districts, offices and the globe to foster new and innovative client delivery.
**People & Culture**
+ Work with the South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, other Business Leaders and the Regional Leader to attract the best industry talent by fostering a work environment that is collaborative, values inclusion and diversity and invites broad, creative thinking - crafting a more attractive place to work, grow and thrive.
+ Collaborate closely within South Plains to promote WSP culture, employee satisfaction, and performance.
+ Emphasize employee training and development to create a unique work experience.
+ Inspire, motivate and promote the best of WSP to our clients and communities to ensure strong employee engagement and morale.
+ Support programs such as Safety, Sustainability and Ethics & Compliance
**Operational Excellence**
+ Optimize the client and employee experience through regular reviews while embracing process improvement.
+ Focus on innovation, collaboration and improving quality.
+ Assist with development of local growth, and contribute to business development strategy in collaboration with Team Leads, Local Business Leaders, Region and National Business Line Leaders.
+ Collaborate with Leadership to strategically drive the business, assess and suggest improvements for project performance.
**Expertise**
+ Leverage our broad technical experience to enhance current and new service offerings.
+ Foster the development of new and emerging innovations to remain the trusted thought leaders in our industry.
+ Advance the strategic direction of the district and region in the location of responsibility for sustained and continued growth consistent within the context of the strategic plan.
+ Encourage, support and promote the technical and professional development of local WSP staff.
+ Demonstrate the highest levels of quality excellence in technical performance and assurance through innovative thinking and application of state-of the-art tools.
+ Provide leadership as well as management and oversight roles in guiding others in producing high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals.
+ Proactively inspire others to be responsive, reliable, and collaborative team players.
+ Acts as a role model for company value.
Who You Are
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
+ 12+ years of Environmental Science experience in a corporate environment.
+ Strong working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
+ Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
+ Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
+ Advanced proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools used in the corporate environment.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's Degree is preferred.
+ Essential professional licensure/certification.
+ Experience in managing the review of documents and preparation of discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
#LI-LD1
**About WSP**
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
**NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:**
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Natural Resources Technical Leader** for our Earth & Environment Business in the Plains District (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, North & South Dakota, and Minnesota). This position would be based in our **South Plains Kansas City, MO** office. Other locations will considered: **Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Nebraska.**
The candidate will play a leadership role in the South Plains, working closely with the Plains Leadership Team and other Senior Technical Leaders with a focus on growing our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) capabilities and offerings in support of our efforts to strengthen and expand our existing Earth & Environment practice within the Plains District and beyond. In Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Nebraska our strategy is focused on the oil and gas industry, energy industry, municipalities, industrial development, state Departments of Transportation (DOTs), and many others. The candidate would work with other service leaders on the team to expand current natural resource service offerings in South Plains and diversify our client base. Current natural resources services within South Plains include natural and cultural resources permitting and regulatory compliance (CWA Section 404, NHPA section 106 and beyond), protected species surveys and consultation (ESA sections 7 and 10 and state authorizations), planning and NEPA, and SWPPP compliance. The selected candidate would also leverage cross collaboration with other WSP business lines such as Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I), Property and Buildings (P&B), Energy, Water, Federal, Advisory Services, and PMCM to bring value to our clients.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our Future Ready business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
Your Impact
WSP's vision is based on a passionate, thoughtful strategy that embraces the four pillars of our business: Clients, People & Culture, Operational Excellence, and Expertise:
**Clients**
+ Assist with driving growth strategy for Plains District business within the noted geographic area of the South Plains and strategically grow our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) services.
+ Manage local client coordination and cross-selling efforts in coordination with South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, and Regional Leader.
+ Integrate as the "face of the company" locally and across the geographic region with clients, industry, and within WSP.
+ Expand our existing client base, offering NRP services to existing and new clients.
+ Utilize our extended reach of technical and subject matter experts (SMEs) across regions, districts, offices and the globe to foster new and innovative client delivery.
**People & Culture**
+ Work with the South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, other Business Leaders and the Regional Leader to attract the best industry talent by fostering a work environment that is collaborative, values inclusion and diversity and invites broad, creative thinking - crafting a more attractive place to work, grow and thrive.
+ Collaborate closely within South Plains to promote WSP culture, employee satisfaction, and performance.
+ Emphasize employee training and development to create a unique work experience.
+ Inspire, motivate and promote the best of WSP to our clients and communities to ensure strong employee engagement and morale.
+ Support programs such as Safety, Sustainability and Ethics & Compliance
**Operational Excellence**
+ Optimize the client and employee experience through regular reviews while embracing process improvement.
+ Focus on innovation, collaboration and improving quality.
+ Assist with development of local growth, and contribute to business development strategy in collaboration with Team Leads, Local Business Leaders, Region and National Business Line Leaders.
+ Collaborate with Leadership to strategically drive the business, assess and suggest improvements for project performance.
**Expertise**
+ Leverage our broad technical experience to enhance current and new service offerings.
+ Foster the development of new and emerging innovations to remain the trusted thought leaders in our industry.
+ Advance the strategic direction of the district and region in the location of responsibility for sustained and continued growth consistent within the context of the strategic plan.
+ Encourage, support and promote the technical and professional development of local WSP staff.
+ Demonstrate the highest levels of quality excellence in technical performance and assurance through innovative thinking and application of state-of the-art tools.
+ Provide leadership as well as management and oversight roles in guiding others in producing high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals.
+ Proactively inspire others to be responsive, reliable, and collaborative team players.
+ Acts as a role model for company value.
Who You Are
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
+ 12+ years of Environmental Science experience in a corporate environment.
+ Strong working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
+ Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
+ Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
+ Advanced proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools used in the corporate environment.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's Degree is preferred.
+ Essential professional licensure/certification.
+ Experience in managing the review of documents and preparation of discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
#LI-LD1
**About WSP**
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
**NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:**
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Natural Resources Technical Leader
67202 Witchita, Kansas
WSP USA
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Natural Resources Technical Leader** for our Earth & Environment Business in the Plains District (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, North & South Dakota, and Minnesota). This position would be based in our **South Plains Kansas City, MO** office. Other locations will considered: **Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Nebraska.**
The candidate will play a leadership role in the South Plains, working closely with the Plains Leadership Team and other Senior Technical Leaders with a focus on growing our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) capabilities and offerings in support of our efforts to strengthen and expand our existing Earth & Environment practice within the Plains District and beyond. In Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Nebraska our strategy is focused on the oil and gas industry, energy industry, municipalities, industrial development, state Departments of Transportation (DOTs), and many others. The candidate would work with other service leaders on the team to expand current natural resource service offerings in South Plains and diversify our client base. Current natural resources services within South Plains include natural and cultural resources permitting and regulatory compliance (CWA Section 404, NHPA section 106 and beyond), protected species surveys and consultation (ESA sections 7 and 10 and state authorizations), planning and NEPA, and SWPPP compliance. The selected candidate would also leverage cross collaboration with other WSP business lines such as Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I), Property and Buildings (P&B), Energy, Water, Federal, Advisory Services, and PMCM to bring value to our clients.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our Future Ready business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
Your Impact
WSP's vision is based on a passionate, thoughtful strategy that embraces the four pillars of our business: Clients, People & Culture, Operational Excellence, and Expertise:
**Clients**
+ Assist with driving growth strategy for Plains District business within the noted geographic area of the South Plains and strategically grow our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) services.
+ Manage local client coordination and cross-selling efforts in coordination with South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, and Regional Leader.
+ Integrate as the "face of the company" locally and across the geographic region with clients, industry, and within WSP.
+ Expand our existing client base, offering NRP services to existing and new clients.
+ Utilize our extended reach of technical and subject matter experts (SMEs) across regions, districts, offices and the globe to foster new and innovative client delivery.
**People & Culture**
+ Work with the South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, other Business Leaders and the Regional Leader to attract the best industry talent by fostering a work environment that is collaborative, values inclusion and diversity and invites broad, creative thinking - crafting a more attractive place to work, grow and thrive.
+ Collaborate closely within South Plains to promote WSP culture, employee satisfaction, and performance.
+ Emphasize employee training and development to create a unique work experience.
+ Inspire, motivate and promote the best of WSP to our clients and communities to ensure strong employee engagement and morale.
+ Support programs such as Safety, Sustainability and Ethics & Compliance
**Operational Excellence**
+ Optimize the client and employee experience through regular reviews while embracing process improvement.
+ Focus on innovation, collaboration and improving quality.
+ Assist with development of local growth, and contribute to business development strategy in collaboration with Team Leads, Local Business Leaders, Region and National Business Line Leaders.
+ Collaborate with Leadership to strategically drive the business, assess and suggest improvements for project performance.
**Expertise**
+ Leverage our broad technical experience to enhance current and new service offerings.
+ Foster the development of new and emerging innovations to remain the trusted thought leaders in our industry.
+ Advance the strategic direction of the district and region in the location of responsibility for sustained and continued growth consistent within the context of the strategic plan.
+ Encourage, support and promote the technical and professional development of local WSP staff.
+ Demonstrate the highest levels of quality excellence in technical performance and assurance through innovative thinking and application of state-of the-art tools.
+ Provide leadership as well as management and oversight roles in guiding others in producing high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals.
+ Proactively inspire others to be responsive, reliable, and collaborative team players.
+ Acts as a role model for company value.
Who You Are
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
+ 12+ years of Environmental Science experience in a corporate environment.
+ Strong working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
+ Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
+ Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
+ Advanced proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools used in the corporate environment.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's Degree is preferred.
+ Essential professional licensure/certification.
+ Experience in managing the review of documents and preparation of discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
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**About WSP**
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
**NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:**
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Natural Resources Technical Leader** for our Earth & Environment Business in the Plains District (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, North & South Dakota, and Minnesota). This position would be based in our **South Plains Kansas City, MO** office. Other locations will considered: **Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Nebraska.**
The candidate will play a leadership role in the South Plains, working closely with the Plains Leadership Team and other Senior Technical Leaders with a focus on growing our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) capabilities and offerings in support of our efforts to strengthen and expand our existing Earth & Environment practice within the Plains District and beyond. In Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Nebraska our strategy is focused on the oil and gas industry, energy industry, municipalities, industrial development, state Departments of Transportation (DOTs), and many others. The candidate would work with other service leaders on the team to expand current natural resource service offerings in South Plains and diversify our client base. Current natural resources services within South Plains include natural and cultural resources permitting and regulatory compliance (CWA Section 404, NHPA section 106 and beyond), protected species surveys and consultation (ESA sections 7 and 10 and state authorizations), planning and NEPA, and SWPPP compliance. The selected candidate would also leverage cross collaboration with other WSP business lines such as Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I), Property and Buildings (P&B), Energy, Water, Federal, Advisory Services, and PMCM to bring value to our clients.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our Future Ready business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
Your Impact
WSP's vision is based on a passionate, thoughtful strategy that embraces the four pillars of our business: Clients, People & Culture, Operational Excellence, and Expertise:
**Clients**
+ Assist with driving growth strategy for Plains District business within the noted geographic area of the South Plains and strategically grow our Natural Resources and Permitting (NRP) services.
+ Manage local client coordination and cross-selling efforts in coordination with South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, and Regional Leader.
+ Integrate as the "face of the company" locally and across the geographic region with clients, industry, and within WSP.
+ Expand our existing client base, offering NRP services to existing and new clients.
+ Utilize our extended reach of technical and subject matter experts (SMEs) across regions, districts, offices and the globe to foster new and innovative client delivery.
**People & Culture**
+ Work with the South Plains Leadership Team, Plains Leadership Team, other Business Leaders and the Regional Leader to attract the best industry talent by fostering a work environment that is collaborative, values inclusion and diversity and invites broad, creative thinking - crafting a more attractive place to work, grow and thrive.
+ Collaborate closely within South Plains to promote WSP culture, employee satisfaction, and performance.
+ Emphasize employee training and development to create a unique work experience.
+ Inspire, motivate and promote the best of WSP to our clients and communities to ensure strong employee engagement and morale.
+ Support programs such as Safety, Sustainability and Ethics & Compliance
**Operational Excellence**
+ Optimize the client and employee experience through regular reviews while embracing process improvement.
+ Focus on innovation, collaboration and improving quality.
+ Assist with development of local growth, and contribute to business development strategy in collaboration with Team Leads, Local Business Leaders, Region and National Business Line Leaders.
+ Collaborate with Leadership to strategically drive the business, assess and suggest improvements for project performance.
**Expertise**
+ Leverage our broad technical experience to enhance current and new service offerings.
+ Foster the development of new and emerging innovations to remain the trusted thought leaders in our industry.
+ Advance the strategic direction of the district and region in the location of responsibility for sustained and continued growth consistent within the context of the strategic plan.
+ Encourage, support and promote the technical and professional development of local WSP staff.
+ Demonstrate the highest levels of quality excellence in technical performance and assurance through innovative thinking and application of state-of the-art tools.
+ Provide leadership as well as management and oversight roles in guiding others in producing high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals.
+ Proactively inspire others to be responsive, reliable, and collaborative team players.
+ Acts as a role model for company value.
Who You Are
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
+ 12+ years of Environmental Science experience in a corporate environment.
+ Strong working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
+ Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
+ Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
+ Advanced proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools used in the corporate environment.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's Degree is preferred.
+ Essential professional licensure/certification.
+ Experience in managing the review of documents and preparation of discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
#LI-LD1
**About WSP**
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
**NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:**
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Sr. Consultant - Natural Resources
22184 Vienna, Virginia
Esri
Posted 3 days ago
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Overview
Work with us as we enable organizations to make meaningful decisions by leveraging location intelligence. The people you will support work across many industries, including governments (state, regional, and local communities), NGO groups, private consultancies, environmental engineering, utilities, commercial, and others. Your work will empower people to make meaningful decision by leveraging location intelligence as it relates to environmental management, natural resources, land-use planning, and geodesign. The team you will work with is collaborative and forward leaning. They are problem solvers, listeners, facilitators, guides, and trusted advisors to thousands of ArcGIS users making a difference. We will benefit from the experience of working together as part of an extensive network of industry and technology experts.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Work with marketing and sales teams to develop new business
- Manage complex projects and programs
- Support customers with developing meaningful strategies that have long-term business
- Support novel approaches to implementing Esri's software in support of our customers across multiple industries as the capabilities of the software evolves
- Foster a sense of community among our customers, distributors, and partners
- Influence key business processes that can be optimized by leveraging our technology
- Lead project teams during the entire project lifecycle, including requirements, analysis, design, build, and implementation; collect and organize client requirements, objectives, and business workflows to translate into meaningful and actionable strategies and plans
- Create and manage the scope, cost, schedule, and contractual deliverables through planning, tracking, quality assurance, change control, and risk management
- Establish, develop, and expand relationships with customers, partners, and distributors to drive next-gen solutions
- Work with our marketing and sales teams to develop business into new markets
- Lead innovative proposals and win work that showcases forward-leaning solutions; mitigate challenges through proper escalation to achieve project and program completion
- Support the development of others though our network of organizational teams and professional communities
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience supporting the design, implementation, and administration of enterprise geospatial technology (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and/or ArcGIS Platform)
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas to technical peers, project managers, and customers
- Demonstrated ability to translate a customer's business goals, objectives, and strategies into technical solutions
- Professional experience winning new work in collaboration with sales and business development teams including proposal management experience preparing executive summaries, solution definition, scope of work, staffing, and pricing
- Experience leveraging Esri's software capabilities including, mapping, field operations, spatial analysis and data science, 3D visualization and analytics, data management, and developer APIs
- Entrepreneurial attitude and willingness to learn - you must thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
- Bachelor's Degree in geography, computer science, GIS, information systems, environmental science, natural resources, forestry, or a related STEM field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with current technology implementation patterns including service-oriented and cloud computing architecture
- Experience with ArcGIS, location-based services, geo-enabled apps, spatial analytics, or similar geospatial technology
- Understanding of IT integration concepts such as databases, web services, webhooks, mobile device configurations, web browsers, IT system architecture concepts
- Master`s Degree in geography, computer science, GIS, information systems, environmental science, natural resources, forestry, or a related STEM field
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Total Rewards
Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is $104,000—$177,840 USDThe Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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