Environmental Attorney Jobs in Rhode Island

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Natural Science group in our growing Providence, RI office is looking to add a temporary Environmental Scientist to join us part-time to support current and future projects. This role estimates about 24 hours per week, with the possibility of additional time depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Field Surveys & Assessments: Conduct natural resource surveys including wetland delineations, wildlife habitat evaluations, and rare species surveys.
• Technical Reporting: Prepare comprehensive studies and technical reports, including environmental impact statements and assessments.
• Permitting & Compliance: Develop federal, state, and local permit applications and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Ecological Studies: Design and conduct studies on key ecological issues to support public and private sector clients.
• Client Communication: Maintain ongoing dialog with clients to keep them apprised of project status and any changes in conditions.
• Project Management: Establish and track project milestones and business goals, manage budgets, schedules, and deliverables, and supervise junior staff.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Team-oriented with the capability to motivate and mentor others.
• Proficiency in collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Soil Science, or a related field required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of professional environmental consulting experience required
• Fieldwork: Ability and willingness to work in physically challenging outdoor situations in all weather conditions, with regular travel to project sites in southern New England.
• Technical Skills: Experience in plant species identification, soil characterization, and wetland delineation in the Northeast, and the ability to identify and describe wildlife habitats and ecological communities. Ability to prepare clear, well-organized technical reports and other written deliverables; writing samples may be requested.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with state (RI and/or MA) and federal wetland regulations, land use environmental regulations, and environmental permitting.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse Projects: Engage in a variety of meaningful projects that make a tangible impact on our environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative team that values collaboration and scientific integrity.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and mentorship within a dynamic and expanding company.
• Client Engagement: Work closely with clients and help them navigate complex environmental challenges.

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.