Environmental Scientist

Northpoint Engineering, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist in Concord, NH. The role involves conducting natural resource surveys, assisting with environmental permitting, and collaborating with civil design teams. The company promotes a flexible work environment with remote work options. Ideal candidates should have a degree in natural resources and experience in wetland delineation. Northpoint offers a supportive culture, competitive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Northpoint Engineering, LLC is a well-established Civil Engineering, Land Planning, and Environmental Consulting firm located in Concord, NH. We are currently seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our team and to contribute to our environmental mapping and permitting services.

About Us

Here at Northpoint, our team includes experienced and knowledgeable civil engineers and environmental scientists who work together on a wide variety of public and private design, permitting and construction projects. We offer consulting engineering services to commercial and residential developers, and to municipalities and institutions throughout New Hampshire. Our small firm environment allows us to create strong and lasting relationships with our clientele, with our vast network of subconsultants and most importantly, with our own team members.

Our offices are centrally located along Concord’s award-winning Main Street in a newly renovated mill space. This allows the firm and our staff to be a part of the downtown community here in the capital city where we are a literally a minute walk to almost anywhere you may want to visit in downtown Concord.

Company Culture & Benefits

At Northpoint, we strive to create a work environment that affords each of our team members the opportunity to find the optimum work-life balance. We are structured to support the professional strengths of our individual team members while providing the adaptability to accommodate personal lifestyles. Our downtown office space provides the central hub for our collaborative team effort on all projects. And remote work opportunities allow for seamless and efficient workflow when not in the office.

We have the vibe of a small, close-knit company with the benefits of a larger firm, including:
• Flexible Time Off (vacation time, personal/family time, sick time, etc.)
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance (Long Term & Short Term)
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan (with company match)
• Incentive Compensation (bonuses)
• Flexible Schedule
• Summer Hours
• Remote Work / Telecommuting
• Professional Development

About the Position -Environmental Scientist

While we are flexible in how we fill this position, our ideal candidate would be someone who is already on the path toward a wetland scientist and/or soil scientist certification, has achieved an associate or bachelor’s degree in a natural resources field, and has experience in wetland delineation field work along with some level of experience in environmental permitting. This position involves working directly under a senior environmental scientist who is both a certified wetland scientist and certified soils scientist. It would also involve working side by side with our civil design team.

Opportunities and responsibilities will likely include a variety of the following:
• Perform natural resource surveys including wetland delineations and wetland assessments, vernal pool assessments, and rare species surveys.
• Perform soil mapping and data collection.
• Assist with environmental permitting projects including NHDES wetland permits, NHDES shoreland permits and ACOE Wetland Permits.
• Conduct environmental monitoring during project construction to ensure permit compliance and prepare inspection reports.

Your Future at Northpoint

We are always on the lookout for smart, vibrant, and motivated professionals who are eager to join our team environment. It is a true opportunity for motivated individuals to carve their own niche in the workplace and contribute to the growth and strength of the company. A hands-on approach to project development affords the opportunity to stay involved in all aspects of a project.

We take pride in our small firm atmosphere and the reputation that we have built across New Hampshire within this industry. It is a testament to how well we have retained our team members over the years. Our company growth has always been strategic and not reactive. So, more than anything, we are looking for a candidate who will be a good fit at Northpoint and who will benefit from our flexible structure and company culture.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Compensation Package:
• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person