Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.
What You Will Do:
- As an environmental scientist, you will frequently complete the following tasks:
- Performing geomorphic surveys for pre-project data collection, including longitudinal profiles, cross sections, pebble counts, and topographic survey, as a part of a survey team.
- Performing as-built surveys for completed restoration projects
- Compiling, writing, and editing quality technical reports, feasibility reports, letters, memos and specifications on restoration projects.
- Assisting with plan production using AutoCAD for restoration projects
- Assisting with permit applications for restoration projects, including estimating and documenting project impacts, pollutant load reductions, and verifying that projects meet state and federal permit requirements.
- Observing construction on restoration projects and completing project inspections. Also assisting with compiling construction documentation such as pay vouchers, inspection reports, and memoranda on ongoing construction projects.
- May be involved in public meetings and have other presentation opportunities.
- May oversee the work of Engineering Technicians and graduate engineers.
As you advance in your career:
- You may also plan, direct, and coordinate all project activities to ensure that projects are accomplished within prescribed time frames and budgets.
- You will also manage restoration projects, identify new projects, formulate project approaches, lead the proposal process, formulate, track and meet project budgets and schedules, and market to and secure work from new and existing clients.
- Your experience level and quality of work will determine the amount of independent judgment granted, the complexity of tasks performed, and direct supervision received.
What You Will Bring:
The successful candidate must have:
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, civil engineering or a related field.
- 0-4 years of experience in Water Resources, Environmental Science or related field.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license along with a clean driving record and have the ability to work in a variety of locations.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Working familiarity with GIS and/or AutoCAD
- Familiarity or experience with state and federal permitting requirements for restoration projects in public waters or on public land.
- Familiarity or experience with the Stream Quantification Tool (SQT) in Minnesota or other states.
- Experience in construction observation and administration.
Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.
WSB does not accept resumes from third parties.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
