Coastal Restoration Project Manager - WSP : Job Details

Our Business[BP1]

WSP USA, Inc. (WSP) is a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with our recent acquisitions of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder Associates, Inc.- with world-class expertise in environmental, climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), earth sciences, social and governance (ESG). Combined, we have over 20,000 and 300+ multidisciplinary environmental professionals worldwide and in Florida, respectively, collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create resilient foundations for communities to thrive, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. WSP is not just a place to work; it is a promise of a living, dynamic environment where people collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel, and grow professionally in a people-oriented culture.

As part of the WSP team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Coastal Restoration Professional for our Tallahassee, Florida office and Earth and Environment Business Line. This position will lead or support multidisciplinary natural resources management teams to obtain grant funding; conduct biological fieldwork (e.g., wetland delineations, habitat classification, threatened and endangered species surveys, seagrass surveys, and water quality monitoring etc.); provide technical, permitting, and project management support to a variety of public and private sector clients, for coastal or other habitat restoration, resiliency planning, or development projects.

Candidates must have a willingness and interest in learning about and supporting a variety of environmental projects.

Your Impact

* Work with WSP Project Directors, Project Managers, and other technical staff to lead or support a variety of environmental projects, including coastal habitat restoration and monitoring projects, resiliency planning projects, permitting for coastal infrastructure, grant applications and management, and other projects, as needed.

* Oversee and monitor (i.e., serve as a Project Manager) cross-functional teams in executing project work, including tracking project budgets, labor hours and expenses, and subcontractor costs, and invoicing.

* Oversee or support fieldwork related to coastal restoration/resiliency and other development projects (e.g., wetland delineations; habitat classification; threatened and endangered species surveys; seagrass surveys; faunal [bird, fish, oyster, and crab surveys] surveys; benthic surveys; and water quality monitoring, etc.) and as needed, assessment and remediation of contaminated sites (e.g., surface water, soil, groundwater, sediment, and air sampling etc.).

* Coordinate/oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of environmental monitoring/survey data including habitat characterization/mapping, water quality parameters, shoreline change, and coastal land use.

* Analyze coastal conditions and assist with planning/design/permitting of various coastal and near-shore habitat restoration projects, with a focus on coastal protection/resiliency.

* Prepare or review comprehensive memorandums, technical reports, and presentations that explain research, methodologies, findings, and recommendations for coastal restoration or similar projects.

* Assist with business development, profitable opportunity identification, and proposal writing including the scoping and costing of small- to medium-sized projects, development of presentations, and professional networking.

* Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and technical staff in a confident and professional manner.

* Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.

* Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory documentation, and logbooks.

* Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of coastal biological datasets.

* Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

* Perform additional responsibilities and support various other projects, as needed, to achieve client goals, address company needs, and achieve company success.

* Self-manage assigned workload.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in environmental science, the natural sciences (e.g., biology, ecology, marine biology, etc.), the physical sciences (geology), environmental or coastal engineering, or an equivalent field of study.

* 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience.

* Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

* Willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment and satisfy project needs.

* Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset and positive and can-do attitude.

* Demonstrated time management and organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

* Comfortable working in a variety of work settings (e.g., remote and urban areas), temperatures, and weather conditions with ability to lift 50 lbs. of field equipment.

* Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, and ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.

* Strong work ethic to ensure job requirements are completed (safety first).

* Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

* General familiarity with the concepts of living shorelines, nature-based solutions, and coastal restoration practices.

* General familiarity with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

* Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, general office software (i.e., MS Word and Excel, and PowerPoint), spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

* Ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

* Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

* Domestic travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements and could include one to two weeks of travel per month.

* Possess a valid driver's license and be capable of driving work vehicles (i.e., vans and trucks).

* Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

* Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam.

* Capable of passing 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training course.

Other or Preferred Qualifications:

* Ability to swim, and comfortable conducting in-water work, including snorkeling and skin diving, while supporting coastal restoration jobs.

* Comfortable occasionally working off a boat. Completion of Florida Boating Safety Course considered a plus.

* Some experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and operating GPS equipment (e.g., hand-held Trimble units, RTK GPS units, etc.) is preferred.

* Interest in, or prior experience in operating unmanned aerial vehicles (i.e., drones) is preferred.

* Master's Degree is considered a plus.

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