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 Environmental Scientist for our Cincinnati, Louisville, Chicago, Indianapolis or other regional offices.

Your Impact

• Plan, oversee, and lead wetland delineations and stream assessments for linear and renewable energy projects in the Midwest.

• Prepare field equipment, mapping, Safe Work Plans, and logistics for field work.

• Perform data entry, data analysis and report compilation.

• Conduct coordination with various governmental agencies (USFWS, USACE, EPA, etc.).

• Prepare wetland delineation reports, and permit applications for federal and/or state environmental permits, including USACE Section 404 and Section 10, state wetland and stream permits, NPDES, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service coordination, and state natural heritage agency coordination.

• Field components may require long hours and/or be physically demanding, and may require being on foot 10-12 hours per day traversing various topography while carrying equipment in varying weather conditions.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience conducting wetland delineations and stream assessments, preferably in Ohio and surrounding states.

• Bachelors of Arts or Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology or related field.

• Familiarity with USACE wetland data forms, ORAM wetland data forms, and QHEI and HHEI stream data forms.

• Experience with GPS field data collection.

• Plant identification of midwest vegetation.

• Willingness to learn and implement various field methods for collection of data.

• Proficient with data management, organization and MS Office Suite.

• Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work, often independently motivated.

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet fast-paced demands.

• Willing to work long hours in the field for possibly two weeks out of the month or more during peak periods of fieldwork.

• High level of motivation and an ability to work independently as part of various teams.

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• 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

• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a team member on a wetland delineation crew and/or familiar with the typical responsibilities of the field assistant role.

• Experience with use of ArcGIS, ArcOnline, ArcCollector and ArcGIS Enterprise, Trimble GPS units and Terrasync software.

• Strong technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.

• Knowledge of USACE 401/404 permitting, Section 10 permitting and mitigation requirements.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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.

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WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.