Wetland Project Manager

The Wetland Project Manager is responsible for leading and executing wetland and stream projects from initial assessment through project completion which may include permitting or agency coordination. This position combines project management responsibilities with technical wetland biologist duties, including conducting field surveys, delineating aquatic resource boundaries, collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing technical reports, and coordinating regulatory permitting components. The role requires close coordination with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies, as well as mentoring and supporting junior staff. Fieldwork involves wetland and stream delineations, functional assessments, rare species habitat surveys, and monitoring ecological health in diverse and challenging environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Field Work and Surveys

• Conduct wetland delineations, stream assessments, terrestrial surveys, and functional assessments independently.

• Identify and delineate wetland and stream boundaries; classify wetland and stream quality by utilizing regional USACE manuals and state functional assessments.

• Collect and record field data on soils, water, vegetation, and wildlife; use GPS/GIS tools to map and document site conditions.

• Perform habitat assessments for rare, threatened, and endangered species.

• Work in all weather conditions and varied terrain throughout the year.

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

• Prepare technical reports and survey results.

• Determine permitting requirements and coordinate with client on permitting strategies for projects with potential impacts to wetlands, streams, and listed species.

• Prepare, submit, and coordinate with regulatory agencies regarding environmental, floodplain, and historic/archaeological resource matters including but not limited to USACE Nationwide Permit Program, Individual Permit, and applicable state permitting agencies for wetland and stream impacts.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local wetland and stream regulations.

Project Management & Reporting

• Prepare and submit proposals to existing and new clients.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deliverables meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.

• Independently prepare technical reports, permit documents, and supporting regulatory correspondence.

• Communicate project progress, findings, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.

• Assist with proposal development and client discussions to secure new work.

• Mentor junior staff in survey techniques, regulatory processes, technical writing, and project management.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a natural science field of study (Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field).

• Experience: Minimum 1+ years of wetland delineation field experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a natural science field of study (Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field).

• Experience: 2+ years wetland delineation field experience, managing projects and/or clients in environmental consulting, and USACE 40-hour Wetland Delineation Training certification.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to independently delineate wetlands using the 1987 USACE Manual and current Regional Supplements.

• Proficiency in plant identification, including keying species; knowledge of state wetland and stream assessment methods as applicable.

• Experience with soil classification, QGIS, and GPS/GIS mapping.

• Demonstrated success in preparing and submitting Section 404/401 permit applications in various USACE districts and states.

• Experience conducting rare/threatened/endangered species habitat surveys; additional expertise in fisheries, herpetology, or amphibians beneficial.

• Strong technical report writing and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to read and interpret resource maps and engineering drawings.

• Experience coordinating with agencies on environmental, floodplain, and historic/archaeological matters.

• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

• Willingness and ability to travel overnight as needed.

Work Environment

This candidate will need to collaborate effectively with other coworkers and supervisors. Additionally, this candidate needs to be able to complete project work independently with minimal supervision. Work assignments may include consecutive days in the office working on reporting or outdoors in various weather conditions and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. Overnight stays to complete field work are part of this position.

This position is an office-based role. Employees will work a schedule which includes office work on location at the Stow, Ohio office (Headquarters) or a Regional Office and travel to offsite field work at various locations. Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office.

Additional:

Department & Division:470 Natural Resources

Exempt Status*:Exempt

Reports to**: Operations Manager or Regional Lead

Works with Inside Company:

• Natural Resourcesleadership and personnel

• Internal corporate teams

Works with Outside Company:

• Consultants and vendors as necessary

• Various clients as necessary

Working Conditions:

• Stow, Ohio Headquarters and/or Regional Office

• Field work in various outdoor locations

• Active construction sites

• Long periods of driving

• Some weekend and out of town travel can be expected

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time

• Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 lbs.

• Communication with others to exchange information.

• Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.

• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

• Working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

• Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain.

Travel Requirements:

• % of travel time: 25%-75%; varies with fluctuation in workload and work location

*This position is classified as exempt based on the job duties.

**The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.