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NV5

River Restoration Scientist

NV5, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States, 30239


River Restoration Scientist

Job ID

2024-9931

# of Openings

2

Job Locations

US-GA-Alpharetta

Category

Environmental

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on

Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives .Responsibilities

The Ecological Restoration Team at NV5 is seeking a

full-time, remote River Restoration Scientist

with 3+ years of experience and a strong proficiency in science focused on rivers, streams, and wetlands. The successful candidate will work cooperatively on a multi-disciplinary design team and will be administratively responsible to the River Restoration Group Manager.Primary Duties

Conduct geomorphic and aquatic habitat assessments utilizing traditional field techniques in rivers, streams and wetlands.Utilize GIS and remote sensing methods to evaluate site conditions and characterize geomorphic processes.Install and manage ground water wells and stream gages across restoration projects including data processing and analysis to support design and monitoring.Document soil profile characteristics and hydric soil indicators across multiple ecoregions.Conduct macroinvertebrate and water quality sampling following EPA and USACE guidance for project monitoring and baseline documentation.Produce maps to support field efforts and restoration design.Analyze data using Stream Quantification Tool or other functional assessments to support design and project permitting.Prepare report elements to support permitting and documentation for regulators and project partners.Provide construction oversight, utilizing effective communication and decision-making with contractors and clients during project construction to ensure successful project implementation.Maintain and track project schedules, deliver design deliverables on time and within budget, and effectively communicate and collaborate with the project team.Secondary Duties

Attend and actively participate in training sessions, activities, and field-related conferences as directed by supervisors.Conduct all duties in strict accordance with NV5 handbook and policies, ensuring compliance with guidelines that promote inclusivity and non-discrimination.Be prepared to perform any other related work as directed by Project Managers and supervisors.Qualifications

BS in ecology, geology, environmental science or related field.A minimum of 3 years of work experience working on river, stream, or other water resources related projects.Demonstrated expertise conducting geomorphic analysis, interpreting results, and applying findings to design and restoration projects.Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions across a variety of terrains and travel for projects up to 7 days at a time.Hands-on experience with various field data collection techniques, such as site assessments, pebble counts, channel morphology measurements, and vegetation mapping.Competence with technical writing and technical communication.Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision.Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree preferred, in field specific to ecological restoration, fluvial geomorphology, or river science.Professional licensure or certification in geology, hydrology, GIS or ecological restoration.Experience in applied fluvial geomorphology.Demonstrated experience and/or training with Natural Channel Design.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position may be subject to indoor and outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat. Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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