Senior Wetland Scientist I - NC

Copperhead Environmental Consulting, Inc. is actively recruiting a Senior Wetland Scientist to join our growing team of professional consultants to support restoration activities, rare species surveys, and aquatic resource delineations within the Central and Southern Appalachian Mountains and other portions of Copperhead's service area. Must be able to pass a criminal background check and possess a valid driver's license in good standing. Post employment fit for duty drug testing may be required based on future project requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Advanced understanding of scientific principles and understanding of various implementation techniques as related to area of focus.
• Manage data collection and analysis processes.
• Monitor the maintenance and care of field data, specimens, and samples.
• Organize and lead field work.
• Develop report conclusions. Manage all aspects of deliverables. Edit reports and give feedback to person who wrote it. Submit reports and follow up with clients or reviewing agencies. In depth understanding of the Project needs to ensure reports meet the needs of the client and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the team is following company and safety standards in the field.
• Takes a lead role in coordinating with multi-disciplined teams.
• Proficient in communicating technical concepts, both verbally and in writing.
• Actively seeks the latest technologies; applies scientific principles for creative solutions for clients.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Project Management

• Develop project scope of work, monitor scope creep, and price additional services for review/approval by client. In depth understanding of the Project needs to ensure scope of work meets the needs of the client and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates scope and schedule changes to clients
• Maintains project schedules, provide updates, and interim reports
• Supervises subcontractors
• Leads project kick-off meetings
• Ensures project deliverables for the team are completed at the expected quality and within budget and schedule
• Prepares status updates on projects via reports/emails and communicate to leadership and internal clients

People Management

• Oversees Scientists and Technicians and conduct performance assessments
• Assists with invoicing and responsible for project set up in management system
• Approves timesheet
• Leads initiatives designed to increase efficiency, improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and provide a high quality of customer service
• Demonstrates a desire for lifelong learning
• Trains newly hired staff and assists with the development of staff through day-to-day interactions
• Participates in formal mentorship programs

Business Development

• Leverages professional network to engage with industry professionals on thought leadership
• Develops detailed proposals and cost estimates in support of the bidding process, working collaboratively with others
• Ability to provide solutions and advice to clients for complex projects that require in depth technical and consulting knowledge
• Responsible for developing new client business

Financial Acumen

• Monitors timekeeping and invoice scheduling
• Assists with collection of delinquent accounts as needed
• Follows up with subcontractors as needed
• Assists management with monitoring project profitability
• Prepares and tracks budgets

Client Service

• Builds relationship capital with clients through project work and networking events

Experience & Educational Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in a related field or role or a combination of education and professional experience
• Bachelor’s (master’s degree preferred) in a science related field
• USFWS and State Wildlife/Plant Permits; discipline specific certifications preferred including PWS and QHP-IT or other equivalent state certification preferred
• Proficiency with a variety of software including MIcrosoft Office Suite, Google Earth, Adobe, Ajera, ArcGIS.
• Valid Driver's License

Copperhead offers a competitive compensation and benefit package currently including:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life & AD&D Coverage
• Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Accident, Cancer & Critical Illness Coverages
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan including both Traditional and Roth options