Job Description

The person in this position will work on ecological analysis and design projects involving streams and wetlands plus other potential resources and natural features such as woodlands, lakes, shorelines, and sand dunes. Work will largely be completed to help clients address requirements under ecological regulations including local community zoning ordinances, Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (such as Parts 301, 303, 325, and 353), and the U.S. Clean Water Act (Part 404) through stream restoration (such as channel naturalizing, daylighting, and/or dam removal) and wetland restoration (such as re-establishing historically drained wetlands). The work will include characterizing environmental resources, performing impact and mitigation assessments, preparing design documents, and supporting project permitting, construction, and post-construction compliance monitoring. Working as an individual or as part of a project team, assignments are expected to include site inspections and field data collection; stream characterization (including fluvial geomorphology analysis and use of the Michigan stream quantification tool [MiSQT]); supporting hydrologic assessments and water balances; performing resource impact analyses and mitigation strategy planning; preparation of design basis documentation; natural stream channel design; landscape and natural plant community design including stream and wetland restoration plans; surface water control and stormwater management design; preparation of plans and technical specifications; creation of erosion protection plans; construction observation; and reporting. Work will also include supporting project permitting and communicating with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, natural resource management, ecology, or other related degree from an accredited program; Michigan landscape architect license (or the ability to become licensed in Michigan within one year); Professional experience in ecological design; Experience preparing construction plans including grading, planting plans, sections, and details; Experience writing technical specifications; Experience working and communicating with construction contractors and performing construction observation services; Proficiency with AutoCAD; Exceptional organizational skills; Self-driven and independently motivated to manage multiple tasks with a strong attention to detail with minimal guidance or direction; Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients; Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment and to manage teams/commitments across many different clients and projects; A flexible working style and the ability to work with teams of specialists to meet project needs; Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future; Possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Preferred Qualifications include advanced degrees, professional training, and experience in ecological design and restoration, green infrastructure, regulatory negotiation, and project management. The position is based out of Barr's Grand Rapids or Ann Arbor, Michigan offices with a hybrid work arrangement. Additional details include physical requirements and safety training.

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