JOB DESCRIPTION
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

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ABOUT US
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

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.