Wetland Scientist/Project Manager

Wetland Scientist/Project Manager

Location(s): Boston, MA; Danvers, MA;

DESCRIPTION:

• Lead wetland and environmental projects as Project Manager. Projects include residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, infrastructure, transportation and conservation.
• Interface with clients, land surveyors, civil engineers and project teams.
• Present to municipal boards, conservation commissions and MA D.E.P.
• Prepare and submit inland and coastal permits.
• Conduct estimates of jobs and create proposals for clients.
• Analyze site plan designs, inspect construction activities for compliance and ensure as-built completion.
• Prepare applications with narratives/exhibits for Notice of Intent, ANRAD, Certificate of Compliance, etc.
• Conduct environmental monitoring, NPDES, SWPPP and act as Owner rep.
• This role involves about 25% field work, 60% office work and 15% conservation commission meeting presentations.
• Experience with divisions of MA Department of Environmental Protections, Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHSEP), Army Corp of Engineering and related agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in wetland science, ecology, biology or related field and 5+ years of experience required.
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) license required.
• Army Corp of Engineers Wetland Delineation Certificate and membership in the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions preferred.
• New Hampshire Wetland Scientist certification a plus.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal wetland and protected species regulations required.
• Experience in field delineation and documentation.
• Preparation of Notices of Intent, ANRAD and Chapter 91 and Certificate of Compliance documents for inland and coastal projects required.
• Must have superior communication and time management skills.
• Ability to utilize ArcGIS software and other related software a plus.

Benefits

Company Culture

• Great mentors and supportive environment
• Young Professionals Group
• Summer outing, golf tournaments and holiday party
• Holiday contests
• Casual Fridays and summer hours
• Gifts for years of service
• Company clothing

Health & Wellness

• Fitness challenges
• Health club reimbursement (via HMO)
• Safety clothing
• Personal protective equipment

Professional Growth

• Membership dues for professional organizations
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) reward program
• Professional license reimbursement (PE, PLS, PWS, SE)
• OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training
• Lunch & Learn sessions
• Student Loan Assistance

Insurance 

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible Benefit Plan (Section 125 Plan)
• Optional accident, cancer, and critical care coverage
• Supplemental life insurance
• Supplemental dental plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Competitive Salary

• Commensurate with experience

401(k) Match

• Employer contribution for qualified employees

Paid Time Off

• Holidays
• Vacation time commensurate with experience
• Earned time off/sick time
• Paid holidays
• Jury Duty leave
• Bereavement leave
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)

Parking

• All Hancock offices have available parking

ABOUT HANCOCK

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. We have maintained our position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. We value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Brockton, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire. Our employees benefit from great mentors, a supportive work environment, generous benefits and a clear path to career advancement.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Hancock Associates provides equal employment opportunities by recruiting, hiring, training and promoting employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity/expression, disability, handicap, military obligations, veteran status or any other category protected by law.

VALUING AND MANAGING DIVERSITY

Hancock Associates believes that workforce diversity is essential to the Company’s growth and long-term success. By valuing and managing differences at work, Hancock Associates maximizes the potential of all employees while increasing employee and customer satisfaction.