Who We Are

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

Wood is recruiting for a Natural Resources Consultant (7-10 years experience) to report to our Nashville, Tennessee office. Work will be performed to support and maintain project/client compliance with environmental regulations such as Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of consulting experience emphasizing Clean Water Act compliance and natural resources permitting. This position will appeal to individuals with a solid background and interest in field and technical-related studies for natural resources, permitting, and/or NEPA compliance, technical writing, good work ethic, and genuine interest in career growth and working with a diverse team of professionals including wetland scientists, botanists, fisheries and wildlife biologists, NEPA specialists, and environmental permitting specialists. The successful candidate will assist with the necessary field delineations and environmental strategies/permitting in a variety of projects in the power, transportation / infrastructure, and water resources sectors.

Wood invites qualified applicants with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in the field of biology, ecology, botany, wetland science, or an equivalent discipline with 7-10 years direct work experience to apply for the position.

Your Impact

• Manage or assist with management of natural resources and planning projects, including environmental permit applications and associated documentation and reports for compliance with regulations such as Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and NEPA.
• Preparation of wetland delineation reports, permit applications, mitigation plans, and impact assessments.
• Interface with clients and agencies to facilitate coordination/consultation.
• Network with new and existing clients to effectively execute, position for and develop work opportunities.
• Assist with or lead preparation of contract proposals and cost estimates.
• Field data collection to support various projects including fisheries and wildlife surveys, identification of wetlands and waters of the U.S., and protected species habitat.
• Data organization and analysis for data collected in the field and/or through desktop research/reviews.
• Preparation of wetland delineation reports, permit applications, mitigation plans, impact assessments, and pertinent sections of NEPA documents (EA/EIS).
• Prepare environmental permit applications and associated documentation and reports.
• Work effectively with team members as well as independently.
  

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of a BS degree in the field of biology, botany, wetland science, or an equivalent discipline, MS degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of applicable experience performing environmental permitting, wetland delineations and/or natural resources surveys. Experience managing projects preferred but not required.
• Good taxonomic knowledge of Midwest native flora, especially wetland flora is desired, but not required for this position.
• Applicant will have strong oral and interpersonal communication skills and excellent writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and complete required tasks (field and office) on time and within allowable budget.
• Ability to obtain Certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) preferred, but not required immediately upon hiring the successful candidate.
• Availability to travel for fieldwork, including overnight stays is required. Fieldwork typically occurs on weekdays, but in some instances could require working or at least travelling to and from project locations on weekends.
• Ability to work long hours, walk long distances (sometimes in rough terrain), and ability to assist team members with loading and unloading sample equipment and other items may be required at times.
• Familiarity with GIS is desired.

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Additional Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Additional Details

• Travel Required: 25%
• Job Status: Regular
• Employee Type: Full
• Primary Location: BRENTWOOD - CENTERVIEW DR
• All locations: US-TN-Nashville

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. www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible, agile and hybrid 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.