Ecological Restoration Project Scientist

KCI's Ecological Restoration and Resilience practice is seeking a Project Scientist to support our Ecological Restoration group located in our headquarters in Sparks, MD or in Fulton, MD. Our Water Resources team of engineers and scientists works in a variety of environmental, natural resource, and water resources subject areas for private clients and state and local governments in the mid-Atlantic region.

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Project Scientist responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leading geomorphological assessments including non-datum survey; photo documentation; and sediment sampling.
• Building 3D surfaces in MicroStation or AutoCAD Civil3D to accurately represent existing and proposed surfaces.
• Developing conceptual designs and reports articulating alternatives and reflecting them via ArcGIS or MicroStation.
• Developing detailed engineering stream restoration designs including plans, reports, specifications, engineer's estimate.
• Estimating credits based on the Bay Protocols for Urban Stream Restoration.
• Estimating functional feet and buffer credits using the Maryland Stream Mitigation Framework.
• Determining design discharge.
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling.
• Overseeing construction and post construction performance monitoring with associated asbuilt and monitoring report development.

Additional Preferred Qualification Details

• Ability to work in a team environment, with individuals in other geographies
• Ability to perform Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) analysis using TR-55 and TR-20; and HEC-RAS or other programs accepted by regulatory agencies
• Ability to perform and document Protocol computations for Sediment and Nutrient load reductions and equivalent impervious acre credits
• Experience in State, Federal, and Local permitting
• Experience in resilience or climate adaptation plans and projects
• Experience in living shorelines and coastal restoration

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Geography or related
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring projects.
• A track record of successful project delivery.
• Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, and relevant analysis tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Master's Degree
• Experience working in natural resource mitigation and familiarity with stream and wetland restoration.

Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.