Natural Resources Specialist

Bolton & Menk is hiring a Natural Resources Specialist for their Raleigh, NC office. The role involves leading environmental projects, conducting wetland delineations, and preparing technical reports. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields, strong communication skills, and knowledge of environmental laws. The position requires collaboration with agencies and travel to project sites. This is an opportunity to impact community infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Natural Resources Specialist to join our growing team in our Raleigh, NC office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

We are looking to add a Natural Resources Specialist who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities!
• *What You Will Be Doing:

In this role, you will serve as a trusted technical expert across a diverse portfolio of environmental and natural resources projects, helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes while shaping resilient, sustainable solutions. You’ll bring your field and analytical skills to the forefront as you lead and support environmental due diligence efforts; independently conduct and oversee on site and remote wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 Manual; and develop clear, defensible delineation reports and mitigation plans for multifaceted projects.

Your work will span the full project lifecycle, from early feasibility and permitting strategy to long term monitoring and adaptive management. You will prepare and review high quality technical reports; complete permitting application reviews and agency coordination; advance threatened and endangered species surveys and assessments; and contribute to infrastructure development and ecological restoration initiatives. You will also play a key role in evaluating, permitting, and monitoring habitat restoration projects, and in developing federal and state environmental documentation that is both technically sound and accessible to diverse audiences.

Success in this position requires strong collaboration with regulatory and reviewing agencies, proactive partnership with interdisciplinary internal teams, and regular travel to project sites and related locations. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a setting where your judgment, communication skills, and technical insight directly influence project outcomes and environmental stewardship
• *What We Are Looking For:**
• Proactive and productive team member ready to contribute
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental or Soil Science or equivalent from an accredited college or university
• Wetland Professional Certification Program completion or ability to complete
• Ecological Restoration Training Program completion
• Threatened & endangered species surveys and assessments
• Working knowledge of applicable laws including Section 404-CWA, Section 7-ESA, Section 106-NHPA, and others
• Effective interpersonal written & verbal communication skills
• Strong time management, organization and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Thorough knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective knowledge and skills in ArcGIS
• Posses valid driver's license

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
• *WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina, and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies.

Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/
• OUR BENEFITS*

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities.

Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No