Environmental Scientist

About the Role

Kimley-Horn’s Jupiter, Florida office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 6+ years of experience to join their Environmental team. This is an on-site position.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and coordinate with clients, government entities, and regulatory agencies to meet project requirements
• Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure work is delivered on time
• Track and manage project progress, budgets, and timelines
• Contribute to a variety of environmental projects
• Build and maintain strong internal and external professional relationships
• Collaborate with other industry-leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field
• Ecological field work experience
• Strong technical writing skills and experience writing detailed technical reports
• Working knowledge or strong interest in ArcGIS
• Interest in working with planners and designers to avoid and minimize ecological impacts
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Desire to provide exceptional client service
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k) and performance-based bonuses
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources