Job Description
Where will you step in? We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Environmental Scientist, you will join our Environment Business Line in any office around the Boston area, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.
Our Wetlands and Ecology Team and Projects Our Environmental Services team, composed of experienced professionals, provides comprehensive environmental permitting, planning, and compliance monitoring services across a range of projects. Our technical experts specialize in freshwater and coastal wetland delineations, environmental impact assessments, and wildlife and fishery habitat evaluations. We lead initiatives in climate change resiliency, wetland and ecological restoration, dam removal, and streambank stabilization. Our work also includes rare species permitting, all aimed at ensuring sustainable development and environmental stewardship for our clients.
What You’ll Be Doing - Perform a combination of field work, technical report preparation, and studies
- Perform natural resource surveys including wetland delineations and functional assessments, wildlife habitat evaluations and rare species surveys, including soil characterization and plant species identification
- Coordinate with field teams performing ecological and wetlands surveys and construction inspections
- Coordinate with client and project teams while planning projects and developing local, state and federal permit applications
- Present project permit applications to local Conservation Commissions
What You’ll Need - At least 5 years of experience working in environmental consulting or a similar field
- A Bachelor's degree in an environmental or natural sciences field with coursework in ecology, hydrology, botany, and soils
- Demonstrated experience with wetlands permitting at the federal, state, and local level
- Technical writing and presentation skills
- You should like being outside, and have the willingness to work in physically challenging outdoor situations in all types of weather and traveling on an as-needed basis to project sites
- Demonstrated experience with federal and state laws such as the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Regulations, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and other state/local agencies
- Experience in a range of activities such as biological and wetland surveys; federal, state and local wetland regulations; Endangered Species Act compliance; and Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting.
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and your own transportation
Preferred Requirements - Experience with conducting wetland delineations
- Certification such as Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS), Associate Professional Soil Scientist (APSS), Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), or Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB)
- Other certifications including Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or other stormwater inspector certification
Your Financial And Wellness Benefits - Compensation is based on skills and experience from $66,000 - $87,000
- Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Best in Class Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
- Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
- Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
- Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
- Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance
Ways to Grow Your Career We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.
Our Culture and Values We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program. We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.
More About Tighe & Bond We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of over 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.
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