Environmental Scientist/Geologist

1h1 hour ago

Foth

Green Bay, US · Full-time · $70,000 – $110,000

About this role

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 32 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment.

Foth is seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Geologist/Environmental Scientist looking for new learning experiences and career growth. This position is located in Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Duluth, MN; Springfield, IL; Des Moines, IA or Cedar Rapids, IA with a hybrid option. The role requires travel to project and team locations up to 20%.

You will provide environmental review and data analysis for regulatory and permitting projects throughout the Midwest, coordinate fieldwork, and interact with stakeholders and agencies. Draft technical documents like Environmental Impact Statements and Assessments aligned with regulatory standards. Present findings clearly to teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Thrive alongside a smart and caring team in a collaborative environment with professional growth opportunities. Experience the Foth difference contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate. Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Requirements

Experience with field sampling methods and related data management and reporting
Experience working with environmental data sources, metrics and standards
Experience managing multiple project tasks simultaneously
2+ years of experience in a similar environmental scientist role
Demonstrable experience in preparation of environmental permitting or environmental review documents in the upper Midwest
Experience with Federal environmental review processes including NEPA and state environmental review processes such as MEPA
Experience with preparing federal and state permit applications for natural resource projects
Basic GIS experience

Responsibilities

Provide environmental review and data analysis for multiple environmental, regulatory, and permitting projects throughout the Midwest
Coordinate, plan, and execute environmental and technical fieldwork, including independent field assignments, documentation, and reporting
Provide project review, analysis, and summary of regulations and procedures governing environmental review, permitting, and data analysis
Interact with project stakeholders and key regulatory agency personnel to assist project proponents in navigating environmental review and permitting
Draft and contribute to environmental review and technical documents such as Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, Biological Assessments, field observation reports, and technical memoranda
Coordinate project tasks and field activities using strong organizational skills, ensuring effective collaboration among project team members
Present technical concepts, analyses, and findings clearly and concisely to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders