Ecological Restoration Engineer/Designer

Geum Environmental Consulting, Inc. is hiring an Ecological Restoration Engineer/Designer in Hamilton, MT. The role involves supporting ecological restoration projects, developing design plans, overseeing construction, and conducting field assessments. Candidates should be passionate about restoration ecology and will work with experienced ecologists on large and small-scale projects in Montana and Idaho. The position offers a salary, benefits, and potential project management opportunities.
We are seeking a person who is deeply interested in restoration ecology and would like to gain experience at the leading edge of this field, working on projects in spectacular locations in Montana and Idaho alongside experienced restoration ecologists and with enthusiastic partner organizations.

This position will support a variety of ecological restoration projects, including some long-term, large-scale remediation and mitigation projects as well as smaller scale projects. Some examples of Geum’s current active large-scale projects include Upper Clark Fork remediation and restoration near Deer Lodge, Montana; Kootenai River Habitat Restoration Program near Bonners Ferry, Idaho; and environmental and restoration support of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Water Compact implementation on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Develop project design plans suitable for permitting and construction using Civil3D and in some cases GIS.
• Develop written restoration plans and conceptual drawings based on guidance from project managers.
• Oversee construction of restoration projects (which may require several days or weeks on project sites), including providing quality control; coordinating with project engineers, designers, and contractors; and coordinating material acquisition and deliveries.
• Participate in field assessments such as wetland delineations, surveying and other site investigations.
• Develop and implement restoration monitoring plans to evaluate effectiveness of completed projects.

This is a salaried position and includes benefits such as paid time off, health and dental insurance, and professional development opportunities. This position may include some project management opportunities.