Senior Project Environmental Scientist

## Salary Range
$90,000.00 to $120,000.00 Annually

Weston & Sampson is seeking a full-time Senior Project Environmental Scientist to support our permitting group in one of our Massachusetts or New Hampshire offices. The candidate will support multiple projects simultaneously and will have the opportunity to represent the company and our clients at public meetings, workshops, meetings with federal, state, and local agencies, and meetings with other stakeholders in conjunction with permit application review. Experience in regulatory permitting is a must.

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## What You’ll Do

– **Environmental permitting** — Lead permitting efforts for a wide range of public and private sector projects throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire, including local, state, and federal permit applications and technical reports.
– **Massachusetts & NH permitting** — Prepare and manage permitting under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Chapter 91 Waterways Licensing, MEPA/NEPA, Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and New Hampshire environmental regulations including NHDES Wetlands Bureau permitting, Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act compliance, Alteration of Terrain permitting, and other state and federal environmental review requirements.
– **Agency coordination** — Coordinate with municipal Conservation Commissions, state and federal regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to advance projects through the permitting process.
– **Project management** — Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced consulting environment, balancing technical, budgetary, scheduling, and client service responsibilities.
– **Multidisciplinary leadership** — Lead project teams in preparing environmental permit applications, supporting documentation, and regulatory compliance strategies.
– **Field investigations** — Conduct wetland resource area delineations and field investigations using U.S. Army Corps of Engineers methodologies and applicable state regulations.
– **Public presentations** — Attend and present projects at public hearings, regulatory meetings, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
– **Business development** — Support proposal preparation, client engagement, and marketing initiatives.
– **Staff mentorship** — Mentor, supervise, and develop junior staff through technical guidance and project leadership.
– **Professional involvement** — Participate in professional organizations and contribute to industry advancement through committees, presentations, and publications.

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## What You’ll Bring

– **Environmental consulting experience** — 5–10+ years with strong emphasis on wetlands permitting and regulatory compliance.
– **Relevant degree** — Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resources, or related field.
– **Regulatory navigation** — Demonstrated experience navigating complex permitting processes in MA and NH.
– **Sector permitting** — Experience permitting transportation, energy, water resources, or infrastructure projects.
– **Public presentations** — Experience presenting before Conservation Commissions, planning boards, regulatory agencies, and public audiences.
– **Priority management** — Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
– **Regulatory knowledge** — Strong working knowledge of MA and NH regulations; CT familiarity is a plus.
– **Communication skills** — Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and project management skills.
– **Travel readiness** — Willingness to travel throughout MA and the Northeast.
– **Driver’s license** — Valid driver’s license.
– **Professional certifications** — PWS, Certified Wetland Scientist, Certified Soil Scientist, Certified Wildlife Biologist, or similar preferred.
– **Ecological assessment skills** — Experience with ecological assessments, wildlife habitat evaluations, rare species reviews, or environmental monitoring is a plus.

**Salary Range:** $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 based on years of experience
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## Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners passionate about improving communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work directly impacts quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a supportive team.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have built a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

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## We Offer

– **Meaningful work** — Contribute to projects that protect and enhance natural and built environments.
– **Ownership mindset** — As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to shared success.
– **Growth opportunities** — Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and advancement pathways.
– **Flexible workplace** — Work in a way that supports your life.
– **Strong culture** — Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition.

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## Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

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Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.
Apply here: [https://www.westonandsampson.com/careers]

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## A Note to Third-Party Recruiters

Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.