Senior Environmental Scientist

The Senior Environmental Scientist leads wetland and stream delineations, environmental permitting efforts, and natural resource assessments, while providing technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff. This role serves as a technical lead and client-facing point of contact on multidisciplinary environmental projects, managing project scope, schedule, and quality while supporting business development and agency relationships.This role requires deep technical expertise, sound regulatory judgment, leadership capability, and a commitment to safety and quality.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Field OversightLead and oversee wetland and stream delineations, ensuring compliance with USACE and applicable state methodologiesServe as technical lead on complex or high-visibility environmental permitting projectsReview and approve field data, delineation reports, and technical documentation prepared by junior staffLead environmental site assessments, habitat assessments, and threatened & endangered species evaluationsProvide field oversight, training, and mentorship to Environmental Scientists and field crewsResolve technical discrepancies and escalate complex regulatory issues appropriatelyRegulatory & Agency CoordinationLead preparation and submission of permit applications under Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act and other applicable regulationsServe as primary point of contact with regulatory agencies (USACE, EPA, state environmental agencies) on assigned projectsInterpret and apply evolving federal, state, and local environmental regulations to project strategyRepresent KERAMIDA in agency meetings, site visits, and public hearings as neededProject & Client ManagementManage project scope, budget, schedule, and deliverable quality for assigned projectsServe as a primary client contact, building and maintaining long-term client relationshipsSupport proposal development and business development efforts, including scoping and fee estimationMentor and develop junior staff, supporting their technical growth and career developmentComplete timely and accurate time and expense reporting, and support project financial managementRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field required; Master's degree preferredMinimum 6-10 years of progressive experience in wetland delineation, environmental permitting, or natural resource consultingDemonstrated experience leading Clean Water Act Section 401/404 permitting and agency coordinationProfessional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification or eligibility preferredProven experience managing project scope, budget, and staffProficiency with GIS/GPS software (e.g., ArcGIS, Trimble) and Microsoft OfficeValid driver's license with an acceptable driving recordStrong written, verbal, and client-facing communication skillsDemonstrated leadership, mentorship, and team management abilityPhysical & Work EnvironmentAbility to work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditionsAbility to navigate rough terrain, wetlands, and remote or undeveloped sitesAbility to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 40 poundsCombination of fieldwork, client-facing engagement, and office-based project management