Senior Ecologist

Overview Our Nuclear Services Environmental Licensing Team is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join the team. In this role, you will bring your expertise to aid interactions with regulatory agencies and stakeholders, help gather data during site visits, and stay updated on environmental regulations. You will have the opportunity to perform and lead environmental analyses in support of nuclear environmental licensing projects nationwide. This position can be based in the following locations: Kennesaw, GA (Suburb of Atlanta) Oklahoma City, OK Naperville, IL (Suburb of Chicago) Overland Park, KS Fort Worth, TX Plano, TX (Suburb of Dallas) This position may be based in additional office locations for the right candidate Responsibilities As a Senior Ecologist, you'll conduct comprehensive reviews to assess the impact of nuclear facilities on natural resources as well as prepare detailed reports, and support licensing applications. Your role will also involve developing and presenting complex information and occasional fieldwork. Environmental Impact Assessment & Compliance: Conduct environmental reviews to assess the potential impact of proposed nuclear facilities on terrestrial and aquatic resources. Prepare environmental reports and biological assessments in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other applicable regulatory guidelines. Support environmental licensing applications for the NRC. Stay current on relevant environmental regulations and best practices Data Collection & Site Evaluation: Participate in site visits to gather environmental data and assess potential environmental impacts. Support the development of technical content (text, figures, tables) for environmental reports and site feasibility assessments Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Interact with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public to address environmental concerns. Prepare presentations and reports to communicate complex environmental information to technical and non-technical audiences Fieldwork & Environmental Protection: Assist in the development and implementation of environmental protection measures. Perform terrestrial, aquatic, and federally protected resource evaluations for technical reporting Mentorship & Proposal Support: Serve as mentor and trainer for junior staff in project management and technical performance of environmental compliance work. Preparation of proposals and statements of qualification Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field Minimum 7 years of experience in environmental consulting, nuclear power, or a related field Working knowledge of environmental regulations (ESA, NEPA, MBTA, BGEPA, etc.) Experience working with federal or state regulatory agencies Experience developing technical reports, environmental reports and supporting regulatory reviews Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency using MS Word and MS Excel Ability to travel/work in the field 5% of the time, with typical travel durations of 3-4 days (office work is typically 95% of the time for this position; fieldwork can include site visits and meetings with clients and applicable regulatory agencies) Compensation Range USD $86,400.00 - USD $166,800.00 /Yr. Additional Information ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth. The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensation expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity. Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AI Disclosure & Accommodations Human Decisions: All final hiring decisions are made solely by human reviewers. Opting out will not negatively impact your candidacy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Enercon Services, Inc.