Associate scientist Jobs in Charlotte, NC

WK Dickson (an Ardurra company) is seeking an Environmental Scientist / Wetland Scientist to join our team in our Charlotte, NC office! We are a trusted leader in providing reliable and innovative water resource solutions across the Southeast.

We offer tailored and cost-effective approaches to improve watershed functions, protect public safety, and enhance quality of life.  As advisors to municipal clients, we guide communities in developing sustainable stormwater programs focusing on nature-based solutions.

Our expertise includes watershed planning, ecosystem restoration, regulatory permitting, water quality and quantity control, and capital design projects. Primary Function : We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Wetland Scientist to play a key role in the planning, execution, and management of wetland and natural resource projects throughout the Southeast.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse watershed projects in a collaborative and supportive work environment. Primary Duties :

• Conduct wetland and stream delineations per USACE Manual and applicable Regional Supplements
• Prepare technical documents : delineation reports, jurisdictional determination packages, mitigation plans, and environmental permits
• Manage the environmental permitting process (404 / 401, NPDES, etc.) at the federal, state, and local levels to support various practice areas firmwide
• Conduct site evaluations and assist in environmental impact assessments.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative watershed planning and nature-based stormwater
• Lead fieldwork efforts, data collection, and ecological assessments with a strong emphasis on collaboration and safety
• Coordinate directly with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the professional growth of our team Education and Experience Requirements :
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related field
• Approximately 7+ years of experience in wetland science and delineations
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, GPS data collection, and technical writing
• Understanding of the Clean Water Act, USACE protocols, and Section 404 / 401 permitting
• PWS (Professional Wetland Scientist) is preferred but not required   Why Ardurra? While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers.

We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun.

We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program.

We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are : valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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