Environmental Specialist I at Michael Baker International in Hamilton, New Jersey

Job Description:

The Environmental Scientist I will lead environmental studies, including wetland delineation, habitat assessments, preparation of NEPA documentation and permit applications. Support technical engineering projects in NJ and NY by leading environmental document preparation and applications for State (NJDEP - required; NYSDOT/NYSDEC - desirable) and Federal permitting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

You will also prepare applications for state agencies (NJ experience required, NY is a plus) and federal permitting for transportation projects. You will leverage knowledge of NEPA regulations and the tenets of other environmental laws, rules and regulations to prepare technical reports and develop project proposal scopes and costs. You will use GIS software to prepare map products and represent the Environmental Group at public meetings for complex transportation related projects. Environmental Specialists are an integral part of the team and work closely with planners and engineers through project scoping, design, construction and beyond.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology or a related field.
• 5-7 years of related experience.
• Conduct environmental analyses for NEPA documents.
• Knowledge of NEPA regulations and the tenets of other environmental laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience with transportation and non-transportation infrastructure and development project (e.g. highways, facilities, freight rail, transit, DOD, DOI, energy, land management) for private sector clients and public agencies is desirable.
• Professional Wetland Scientist or Wetland Professional in Training Certification is a plus.
• Bat survey experience a plus.
• Demonstrate personal commitment to accuracy, quality and relationship building with a wide variety of people.
• Must have excellent written, verbal and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient with Esri, ArcGIS software as well as Microsoft Office. MicroStation or AutoCAD proficiency is a plus.
  

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off

The approximate compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.The Environmental Scientist I will lead environmental studies, including wetland delineation, habitat assessments, preparation of NEPA documentation and permit applications. Support technical engineering projects in NJ and NY by leading environmental document preparation and applications for State (NJDEP - required; NYSDOT/NYSDEC - desirable) and Federal permitting.