Wetlands Scientist

Post Date

Aug 13, 2025

Location

Blue Bell,
Pennsylvania

ZIP/Postal Code

19422
US
Nov 04, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Materials Science & Engineering

Req #

PHL-2dcd003d-0e69-47cf-8a4a-b1d0acacf6c7

Pay Rate

$22 - $28 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are currently seeking a full or part time Wetland Delineator/Environmental Scientist/Wetland Specialist/Permitting Specialist who will perform fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and waters, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic area especially for projects located in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Candidate must also be willing to learn other aspects of the business which may not necessarily be related to wetland delineations work.

Major Job Elements:

• Perform fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and waters of the US.
• Knowledgeable with the Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Baltimore ACOE region regulatory requirements
• Provide initial desktop investigations
• Perform plant identifications, soil analysis and identify hydrological characteristics.
• Prepare wetland reports summarizing field findings for soil types, vegetation and hydrological characteristics.
• Provide wetland delineations and flagging.
• Perform GPS location survey of wetland delineation flagging.
• Perform preliminary field investigation for evidence of wetlands
• Perform Joint permit applications.
• Prepare Requests for Jurisdictional Determination to USACOE as needed.
• Learn other aspects of the business

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Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of wetland delineation experience
• B.S. or M.S degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Botany, Geology or related field
• Strong knowledge of wetlands and aquatic resources
• CADD experience a plus
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Certified Professional Wetland Scientist or Delineator preferred but not required.
- Rutgers University Wetland Training Certification a plus

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.