Natural Resources Staff Scientist

Natural Resources Staff Scientist

Requisition Number: 2024-1350-35

Are you a Title of Position seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Natural Resources Staff Scientist to join our Environmental team in Charlotte, North Carolina.

About the Role:

As a Natural Resources Staff Scientist, you will be responsible for the performance of natural resources projects including office-based and field activities. You will support natural resources projects including regulatory agency coordination, wetland/waters of the U.S. delineations, protected species assessments, stream restoration monitoring, report writing, and environmental compliance. Additional consideration will be given to applicants with GIS experience including providing technical GIS support and production of figures for scientific reports.

About You:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
• You have a minimum of 2 years experience or previous studies in environmental compliance (natural resources)
  
  
  
  • Specific experience a plus:
    
    
    
    • Waters of U.S. delineations requiring identification of wetland vegetation, hydrology, and hydric soils
    • Environmental permitting related to impacts to waters of the U.S.
    • Protected species and ecological assessments
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  
• You have a working knowledge of ESRI's ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcMap software
• You are willing and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain for several hours
• You are willing and able to occasionally travel overnight for out-of-town fieldwork

About S&ME:

For over 50 years, S&ME has delivered innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials, tackling our clients' toughest challenges. Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on communities nationwide.

We are a team of 1000+ employee-owners across 10+ states, valuing eagerness, passion, honesty, and hard work. As employee-owners, we're all invested in each other's success and the success of S&ME. We prioritize an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring that our collective drive for success starts with putting our employees first in everything from safety to opportunities.

Grow With Us:

S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. We promote a flexible work environment, empowering you and your manager to decide the best way to meet your professional and personal goals. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Ownership (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.