Why Us
Why NSD?
Simply put, we care about science, the environment, and each other.
WHY WORK WITH US
We are deeply committed to the restoration and protection of natural processes and finding solutions that benefit both the ecosystem and the community.
Here are a few reasons why you might want to work with us...
Advocacy and Actions
We take pride in our work to make the world a better place, and we advocate, with our clients, for the actions needed to make that happen.
Challenging Projects with Rewarding Clients
We have a constant stream of challenging and interesting projects with great clients.
We solely work on projects that benefit the environment and communities and only select project partners for collaboration that align with our vision and values.
Culture
We strive to be an inclusive, welcoming, and accommodating group of individuals who are proud of our culture, passionate about our clients, and dedicated to the impact-driven purpose of our work.
We’re clear on who we are, why we’re here, and what we want most to experience in our daily lives.
Flexibility
How, when, and where you work best… works best for us.
We invest in honesty and integrity, with each of us holding personal responsibility.
We are accountable to ourselves, each other, and our clients.
Innovation and Excellence
We have developed a regional reputation for being purpose-driven and delivering innovative and excellent work.
Our projects require holistic, innovative problem solving, and are often ones that don’t follow a linear development path. Here is where you will find us excel.
Interdisciplinary Teams
We work in highly interdisciplinary teams and aim to consider ecological, geomorphic, hydrological, and engineering perspectives on every technical challenge.
We rely on team values in all aspects of our work, and share knowledge and experience with, and across, project teams.
Investment in Growth
We are invested in the wellbeing of our staff, and support professional growth in technical skills, soft skills, leadership opportunities, and overall career advancement.
We encourage initiative and openness to learning new things.
Knowledge of Washington’s Waters
We specifically know and understand the waters of Washington State.
We help shape the landscapes and communities in the places we work and live in.
Restoration and Resiliency
We work exclusively on aquatic and floodplain habitat restoration, watershed analysis, and restoration planning and design, including integration of climate change risk and resiliency.
Trust and Respect
Clear is kind.
We trust each other as professionals and respect each other as people.
We communicate with empathy, active listening, and timely follow up, and follow through on our deliverables.
