New job Environmental Associate in Mississippi

WHO WE ARE

Supported by more than 3,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.

CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s civil engineering professionals manage and staff active projects in over 40 countries on five continents. Services are provided for a broad range of projects and capabilities, including highways, airports, bridges, rail and transit systems, government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, oil and gas infrastructure, and commercial/urban development. Our fields of expertise span all areas of civil engineering and include an extensive variety of specialty disciplines, such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development, and mining.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATE

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking an Environmental Associate to join our Ocean Springs, MS office. Under direct supervision, this position will assist with the completion of environmental and other technical documentation for a variety of project types. The position includes a combination of field work and office responsibilities. The candidate will work with a multi-disciplined and highly technical team of planning, environmental, and engineering professionals on a variety of infrastructure projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the project manager and other staff with tasks related to planning and/or NEPA evaluations, including Feasibility Studies, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements
• Conduct field studies and collect data for wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species surveys and habitat assessments, hazardous materials reviews, noise analyses, and other environmental considerations related to infrastructure projects
• Prepare technical reports and other documentation that include tables, charts, maps, and other graphics
• Assist with public meetings and other community outreach activities
• Some overnight field work required (primarily in Mississippi)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science, biology, ecology, engineering or related field
• 0-3 years of related experience
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills
• GIS, AutoCAD, or other similar experience preferred

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.