Heartland Consulting ยท 5 days ago
Technical Lead (Science/Environmental Focus) - Science and Technical Support Services
St. Petersburg, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expHeartland Consulting is an SBA 8(a)-certified Woman-Owned Small Business that specializes in federal science and technical support services. The Technical Lead will provide expert guidance in environmental science and natural resources, ensuring technical excellence across research, data management, and geospatial tasks.
Business DevelopmentFinancial ServicesGovernmentInformation TechnologyManagement ConsultingSmall and Medium Businesses
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Advise on technical scopes for task orders, including research methodologies, data analysis, and geospatial applications (e.g., GIS mapping for environmental assessments)
Review and validate deliverables for scientific accuracy, compliance with USGS standards, and integration of tools like ArcGIS or remote sensing technologies
Mentor non-key staff on technical best practices, fostering knowledge transfer in areas like volcano hazards, wetland management, or resource evaluations
Collaborate with USGS teams to incorporate domain-specific expertise into plans, resolving technical issues and ensuring alignment with federal environmental policies
Conduct technical risk assessments and contribute to quality reviews, using metrics to demonstrate improvements (e.g., 95% data accuracy)
Support innovation in technical approaches, drawing from prior federal projects in natural resources
Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide input on resource needs for dispersed Southeast locations
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Environmental Science, Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field
8+ years of experience in federal science/technical support, with hands-on work in natural resources, geohazards, or environmental data projects
Proficiency in geospatial tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), data analysis software (e.g., R, Python), and research protocols
Strong analytical and communication skills; experience with multi-disciplinary teams in federal settings
U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain necessary clearances
Willingness to travel to field sites as needed
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
Flexible hybrid work, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Company
Heartland Consulting
Heartland Consulting offers management consulting, and financial management services to state and local governments and commercial firms.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John English
Chief Executive Officer
Paul Gates
Chief Financial Officer
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