Ecology/Waters Team Lead

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Ecology/Waters Team Lead to join our growing Indianapolis environmental practice. Parsons’ Indianapolis office is leading the way in delivering major transportation projects across the state, and our full-service environmental group is integral to its success.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and/or deliver all ecological and permitting requirements for transportation projects in Indiana, including:

  • Field investigations
  • Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) report development
  • Section 404/401 permitting
  • Construction in a Floodway (CIF) permitting
  • Experience with high-profile and complex projects is preferred.

• Conduct field investigations for the presence of threatened and endangered species (e.g., bats, migratory birds).

• Lead field investigations and provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members within areas of expertise.

• Communicate and coordinate effectively with other disciplines involved in projects (e.g., public involvement, roadway, bridge, drainage, construction).

• Implement Parsons’ quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) system, including reviewing work products and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.

• Actively participate in public involvement activities (e.g., public meetings, presentations, hearings).

• Support business development activities, including project pursuits and preparation of letters of interest.

• Take advantage of leadership and growth opportunities within a dynamic and growing environmental team.

• Assign and reassign staff based on project needs, monitor productivity, and support the professional development of junior personnel.

• Establish project budgets, staffing plans, work plans, schedules, and delivery requirements.

• Track project financials, monitor scope and schedule performance, and maintain quality-control documentation.

• Ensure that project work complies with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, regulations, technical standards, and contractual obligations.

• Represent Parsons at conferences, seminars, professional meetings, and industry events.

• Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations and societies.

• Promote a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, mentorship, inclusion, and continued team growth.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental planning, environmental science, transportation planning, engineering, or a related field.

• 15 years or more of progressively responsible experience in urban planning, environmental planning, transportation planning, or a related discipline.

• Technical expertise in ecology, water resources, and related permitting.

• Experience with the highway/bridge sector, specifically with INDOT projects, is strongly preferred.

• Extensive knowledge and practical experience supporting INDOT permitting assignments.

• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and delivering work within scope, schedule, and budget.

• Excellent written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience with ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online.

• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, consultants, and the public.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Strong organizational skills to lead and deliver environmental tasks and projects.

• Commitment to working in a team environment and providing leadership and mentorship to other staff.

• A relationship-builder mindset and an attitude of partnership with our clients.

• 40-hour USACE-approved Wetland Delineation Training

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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