Early Career Environmental Scientist

WSP is seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist for our Brentwood, TN office to support projects within our Earth & Environment Team. The role focuses on Natural Resources and Permitting across various markets. Your Impact Under general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys. Under general supervision, perform wetland delineations, T&E surveys, and natural resource inventories (NRIs). Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation. Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems and water resources. Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook. Comply with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures. Utilize the latest technologies, instrumentation, and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population. Complete training on assigned tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field. 0 to 1 years of relevant post‑education experience. Analytical skills, familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline. Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements. Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non‑scientific audience. Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from office and project locations. Periodic week‑long travel for field surveys may be required depending on project‑specific requirements. Ability to work outside under a variety of site and weather conditions. Preferred Qualifications Wetlands Professional in Training (WPIT) status with the Society of Wetland Scientists. Herbaceous and woody plant identification skills. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr