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Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.Job Description:\nParsons is seeking a highly experienced Ecology/Waters Team Lead join our growing Indianapolis environmental practice. Parsons ’ Indianapolis office is leading the way in delivering major transportation projects across the state, and our full-service environmental group is integral to its success.\nResponsibilities:\n\nManage and/or deliver all ecological and permitting requirements for transportation projects in Indiana, including:Field investigations\nWaters of the U.S. (WOTUS) report development\nSection 404/401 permitting\nConstruction in a Floodway (CIF) permitting\nExperience with high-profile and complex projects is preferred.\n\nConduct field investigations for the presence of threatened and endangered species (e.g., bats, migratory birds).\nLead field investigations and provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members within areas of expertise.\nCommunicate and coordinate effectively with other disciplines involved in projects (e.g., public involvement, roadway, bridge, drainage, construction).\nImplement Parsons’ quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) system, including reviewing work products and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.\nActively participate in public involvement activities (e.g., public meetings, presentations, hearings).\nSupport business development activities, including project pursuits and preparation of letters of interest.\nTake advantage of leadership and growth opportunities within a dynamic and growing environmental team.\nAssign and reassign staff based on project needs, monitor productivity, and support the professional development of junior personnel.\nEstablish project budgets, staffing plans, work plans, schedules, and delivery requirements.\nTrack project financials, monitor scope and schedule performance, and maintain quality-control documentation.\nEnsure that project work complies with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, regulations, technical standards, and contractual obligations.\nRepresent Parsons at conferences, seminars, professional meetings, and industry events.\nMaintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations and societies.\nPromote a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, mentorship, inclusion, and continued team growth.\nRequired Education and Experience: \n\nBachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental planning, environmental science, transportation planning, engineering, or a related field.\n15 years or more of progressively responsible experience in urban planning, environmental planning, transportation planning, or a related discipline.\nTechnical expertise in ecology, water resources, and related permitting.\nExperience with the highway/bridge sector, specifically with INDOT projects, is strongly preferred.\nExtensive knowledge and practical experience supporting INDOT permitting assignments.\nDemonstrated experience leading complex projects and delivering work within scope, schedule, and budget.\nExcellent written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\nExperience with ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online.\nAbility to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, consultants, and the public.\nPreferred Education and Experience:\nStrong organizational skills to lead and deliver environmental tasks and projects.\nCommitment to working in a team environment and providing leadership and mentorship to other staff.\nA relationship-builder mindset and an attitude of partnership with our clients.\n40-hour USACE-approved Wetland Delineation Training\n Security Clearance Requirement:\nNoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions-and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. 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