Job Description:Summary:Barr is seeking a mid-level environmental scientist to join our team and undertake challenging and fast-paced work on environmental impact assessment, permitting, and compliance projects. The person in this position will work with other Barr staff members, regulatory staff, clients, and subcontractors and will have opportunities to grow the overall environmental review and natural resources practices at Barr. The work may involve short-term, out-of-town assignments in the field or another office.Project work may include:Conducting and writing environmental impact assessments and related documentationPerforming desktop and field-based threatened and endangered species reviews and other biological and/or natural resources inventories (i.e., raptor surveys, migratory bird surveys, noxious weed inventories, etc.)Conducting wetland delineations, inventories, and functional assessmentsCommunicating with regulatory agencies and client contactsDeveloping and reviewing environmental permit applicationsReviewing field reports to verify environmental complianceMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in environmental science/studies/policy, ecology, natural resources management, or a related field8 years of relevant post-undergraduate experienceEnvironmental consulting or regulatory agency work experienceWetland delineation, wetland assessment, wetland restoration design and construction, and restoration project contracting and management experienceEffective oral and written communication skillsExperience writing reports of findings for client and agency distributionProject and task management experienceAttention to detailStrong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams of specialists and regulators at all levelsFlexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule as required to meet deadlines and/or client needsLegal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the futureValid driver's license and acceptable driving recordPreferred Qualifications10 years of relevant post-undergraduate experienceStrong leadership and team-building skillsAdvanced degree in related area or specialized experience in the fields of environmental science or natural resourcesExperience with state and federal environmental review, regulatory interpretation, and permitting processes (including EAW, EA, and EIS) in the MidwestWetland delineation, wetland functional assessment, wetland restoration design and construction, and restoration project monitoring, contracting, and management experienceApplied knowledge of state and federal endangered species programsExperience with proposal development, business development, and client managementFamiliarity with GIS toolsA hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. This position is based out of Barr's Bismarck, North Dakota, office.NOTE: Applicant must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites. Work may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided.#LI-HybridOpen positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
