Consulting Associate, Environmental Scientist (Assistant Wetland Delineator)

Launch Your Environmental Consulting Career and Help Shape Sustainable Project Outcomes

Are you looking to build hands-on environmental consulting experience while working on projects that balance development needs with environmental stewardship? As a Consulting Associate, Environmental Scientist (Assistant Wetland Delineator) in Houston, Texas, you'll support critical environmental assessments that help clients navigate complex regulatory requirements and make informed decisions. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you'll gain valuable field and technical experience while contributing to impactful infrastructure, energy, and development projects.

Why This Role Matters

In this role, you’ll play a critical role in helping clients understand and responsibly manage environmental impacts. Your work supports informed decision-making for infrastructure, energy, and development projects, balancing progress with environmental stewardship.

What Your Impact Is

You’ll provide high-quality analytical and field support as part of ERM’s Impact Assessment team, contributing to wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and permit support across a wide range of projects. With guidance from experienced professionals, you’ll help deliver technically sound, fit-for-purpose solutions while building a strong foundation in environmental consulting.

What You'll Bring

Required

• BA/BS or Master’s degree in a natural science discipline, or the equivalency of 4+ years related experience in lieu of education
• 0+ years of professional experience
• Coursework or training in wetland delineation using the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and applicable Regional Supplements
• Familiarity with Army Corps of Engineers Regional Supplements (Arid West and/or Great Plains)
• Ability and willingness to conduct fieldwork up to 75% of the time, outdoors and in variable conditions
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