Ecologist Iii

Job Description
Wetland Scientist III (Ecologist III)
AECOM is actively seeking an experienced, highly talented Wetland Scientist III (Ecologist III). The primary work location is Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA);
however, we will consider excellent candidates in any existing office location. The successful candidate will work within an interdisciplinary team-oriented environment that provides career growth opportunities within AECOM’s Environmental Planning and Permitting (EPP) East Mid-Atlantic Team. This position will include performing environmental field assessments and reporting for wetland/stream delineations, invasive and rare, threatened and endangered (T&
E) species surveys, as well as wetland mitigation and/or monitoring. This team primarily works on Projects in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Ohio.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Leading/originating Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404/401 permitting and impact assessment for federal, state, and local permits, including application preparation and coordination with the clients and reviewing agencies.
Conducting detail and/or technical review of ecological assessment documents, CWA Section 404/401 permitting, or other associated industry reports.
Assist with task management according to approved scopes of work and delivering quality reports on schedule and within budget.
Coordinating and leading conversations with various governmental agencies (federal/state/local, etc.).
Coordinating with AECOM teams such as cultural resources, T&
E species experts, civilengineers, and other project support teams.
Serving as a technical lead for environmental, biological, and other impact assessments.
Leading stream, wetland, wildlife habitat field assessments and other surveys by supporting and training junior staff.
Assisting Senior Managers with business development activities, including proposals, pre-qualifications, and relationship building with clients and prospective clients.