Natural Resources Scientist

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  Prepare permit applications, risk assessments, and technical documentation - including proposals, reports, and regulatory agency correspondence.

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  Design environmental protection plans and support sustainable site development initiatives.

Projects May Include:

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  Ecological and natural resource field surveys.

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  Wetland and waters of the U.S. delineations, impact assessments, and permitting.

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  Wetland mitigation.

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  Stormwater management.

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  Site planning and regulatory permitting.

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  Habitat assessments and agency coordination.

This Position Offers:

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  Exposure to highprofile environmental and wetland projects throughout the Upper Midwest.

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  The ability to shape project outcomes and client relationships.

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  Clear pathways for technical advancement and leadership growth.

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  A strong mix of fieldwork, analysis, and project management.

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  Longterm career development within a stable, wellestablished firm.

• Plan, lead, and execute environmental and wetland projects of moderate to high complexity, from fieldwork through reporting.

• Perform and oversee wetland delineations, ecological field surveys, sampling, and scientific analyses.

• Ensure projects meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and quality standards.

• Serve as a technical resource and team lead, mentoring junior scientists and coordinating field staff.

• Develop and review technical reports, permit applications, and client proposals.

• Analyze and interpret complex field and laboratory data to support defensible conclusions.

• Collaborate directly with clients, regulators, and internal teams on project planning and delivery.

• Uphold safety, quality, and professional standards on all projects

• Progress toward Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer certification with structured mentoring.

Natural Resources Scientist - Chicagoland Area

Location: Chicagoland OR Milwaukee area

Salary Range: $85,000 - $108,000

Mid-Senior Level | Level Determined by Experience

Make a lasting impact on wetlands, natural resources, and environmental compliance across the Upper Midwest, while growing your career with a respected environmental consulting firm. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, meaningful projects throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, with a strong balance of fieldwork, project leadership, and client collaboration.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Engineering, Geology, Archaeology, or related discipline. Master's degree or PhD preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years' related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 11 years' related experience.

• Demonstrated senior-level experience in waters of the U.S./permitting, listed species, or NEPA.

• Section 401/404 permitting and/or listed species experience needed.

• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

• Certification in the field of expertise required.

• Wisconsin DNR Assured wetland delineator credentials preferred.

• Illinois Lake County and DuPage County Wetland certification preferred.

• Knowledge of WDNR, IL state and local and USACE jurisdictional wetland regulations.

• Familiarity using Trimble and ESRI products.