Stream Restoration Designer
Louisville, KY, US, 40205
Additional Locations: n/a
Primary Locations: KY, Louisville, 6100 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 500, 40205
Requisition ID: 205419
Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a stream and wetland restoration designer to join our growing design group. You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing and implementing innovative approaches to stream and wetland restoration. You will design and build projects that restore diverse, high-quality and resilient ecosystems. You will have the opportunity to work in an experienced team that has pioneered methods in field investigation, construction techniques, and the application of leading-edge technology to design, with a particular focus on advanced simulation for flooding analysis. Your restoration work will be conducted in a wide variety of environments, from confined, urban sites to the headwaters of the Appalachian Mountains, across the eastern United States.
The position will be based out of Louisville, KY. Multiple openings are available.
Job Duties
The new team member will be involved in many parts of the restoration design process, including:
• Collaborative stream and wetland restoration design
• Fieldwork to assess sites and develop site specific restoration solutions
• 3D design in Autodesk Civil 3D
• Flood vulnerability assessment of restoration design using advanced simulation tools
• Development of concept level, permit ready and constructible project drawings
• Creation and use of high-resolution topographic datasets
• Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, engineering, or a natural resources field with coursework that includes a foundation in mathematics and physics
• Strong technical and quantitative skills related to water resources or environmental design, including familiarity with topographic datasets, digital rendering/3D design, and mapping of environmental data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
PREFERRED:
• Three years or greater of progressive experience in water resources or environmental design
• Experience in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or related software used for landscape visualization and design
• Experience with hydrologic and/or hydraulic analysis
• Data analysis and mapping using ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Field Maps
• Experience within the stream and wetland restoration industry
• Master’s degree, master’s level coursework, or licenses/certifications (PLA, PE, PWS) related to the position
Additional Information
What We Offer:*
• Competitive compensation based on education and experience
• Excellent growth potential
• Professional training and continuing education
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Nearest Major Market: Louisville
