Top 11 Conservation Scientists Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Natural Resources Scientist
Terracon —Cudahy, WI
- $77,200 - $119,700 a year
- 7 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist - Entry Level
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. —Milwaukee, WI
- Overtime
- Engineering
- Driver's License
- Trade school
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Lead Wetland Field Ecologist – IN
Merjent —Milwaukee, WI
- $27 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Paid holidays
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Lead Wetland Field Ecologist - Midwest
Merjent —Milwaukee, WI
- $27 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Paid holidays
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Lead Wetland Field Ecologist – North Dakota
Merjent —Milwaukee, WI
- $27 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Paid holidays
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Consulting Associate, Engineering/Geology/Science
ERM Group —Milwaukee, WI
- $66,000 - $88,775 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Sr. Consultant/Senior Habitat Ecologist/Restoration Planner
GEI Consultants —Milwaukee, WI
- $115,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- Master's degree
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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Senior Scientist - Environmental Department Manager
Kapur and Associates —Milwaukee, WI
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) - Contractor
CRETELLIGENT —Milwaukee, WI
- Contract
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Commercial
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Natural Resources Scientist

Terracon -
Cudahy, WI

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Job Details

$77,200 - $119,700 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Environmental permitting
Environmental compliance
Driver's License
Environmental law compliance support
Trimble
Clean Water Act
Endangered Species Act
Environmental law in public permitting

Full Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Make a lasting impact on wetlands, natural resources, and environmental compliance across the Upper Midwest, while growing your career with a respected environmental consulting firm. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, meaningful projects throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, with a strong balance of fieldwork, project leadership, and client collaboration.

Prepare permit applications, risk assessments, and technical documentation – including proposals, reports, and regulatory agency correspondence.
Design environmental protection plans and support sustainable site development initiatives.

Projects May Include:

Ecological and natural resource field surveys.
Wetland and waters of the U.S. delineations, impact assessments, and permitting.
Wetland mitigation.
Stormwater management.
Site planning and regulatory permitting.
Habitat assessments and agency coordination.

This Position Offers:

Exposure to high‑profile environmental and wetland projects throughout the Upper Midwest.
The ability to shape project outcomes and client relationships.
Clear pathways for technical advancement and leadership growth.
A strong mix of fieldwork, analysis, and project management.
Long‑term career development within a stable, well‑established firm.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Plan, lead, and execute environmental and wetland projects of moderate to high complexity, from fieldwork through reporting.

Perform and oversee wetland delineations, ecological field surveys, sampling, and scientific analyses.

Ensure projects meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and quality standards.

Serve as a technical resource and team lead, mentoring junior scientists and coordinating field staff.

Develop and review technical reports, permit applications, and client proposals.

Analyze and interpret complex field and laboratory data to support defensible conclusions.

Collaborate directly with clients, regulators, and internal teams on project planning and delivery.

Uphold safety, quality, and professional standards on all projects

Progress toward Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer certification with structured mentoring.

Requirements:

Location: Chicagoland OR Milwaukee area

Mid-Senior Level | Level Determined by Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Engineering, Geology, Archaeology, or related discipline. Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
Minimum of 7 years’ related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 11 years’ related experience.
Demonstrated senior-level experience in waters of the U.S./permitting, listed species, or NEPA.
Section 401/404 permitting and/or listed species experience needed.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Certification in the field of expertise required.
Wisconsin DNR Assured wetland delineator credentials preferred.
Illinois Lake County and DuPage County Wetland certification preferred.
Knowledge of WDNR, IL state and local and USACE jurisdictional wetland regulations.
Familiarity using Trimble and ESRI products.

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Maximum Salary: 119700

Minimum Salary: 77200

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

About the Team

Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.

EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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