Ecologist - WSP USA

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. 
 
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced Ecologist/Environmental Scientist to join our Gainesville, FL office.  Be involved in projects with the Florida Ecology group in our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.  In this role you will be responsible for a variety of ecological evaluations in support of environmental and engineering consulting projects.

Your Impact

• Jurisdictional wetland delineation 
• Threatened and endangered species surveys, specifically gopher tortoise
• Assessment of potential impacts to wetlands and/or protected species
• Preparation of FDEP Environmental Resource and US Army Corps of Engineers dredge/fill permits
• Proposal preparation, project management, regulatory agency coordination
• Wetland mitigation monitoring
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• 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, Wildlife Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Botany or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with Florida wetland ecology, wildlife ecology, and/or botany
• Fluency in regulatory agency guidelines in the state of Florida (FDEP, FWC, USACE, USFWS)
• Capable of producing clear and concise written documents
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Comfortable with managing a workflow that includes field work and completion of reporting tasks for multiple projects in a timely manner
• Capable of working independently and effectively with a team
• Self-motivated, reliable and dedicated individual
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective manner to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• 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.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening. 
• Local and/or national travel with possible short-term or long-term assignments at project sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• FWC Gopher Tortoise Agent preferred
• Advanced degree (MS, PhD) can be substituted for 2 years' experience.