Gannett Fleming · 9 hours ago
Sr. Environmental Scientist
US-FL-Tallahassee
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expGannett Fleming is seeking a Senior-Level Environmental Scientist to join their practice in Florida. This role involves collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing permit applications, and collaborating with engineering teams to address project challenges.
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Responsibilities
Collect, analyze, and report data related to biological natural sciences such as habitats, wildlife, water quality, soils, etc. to support NEPA project documents and permit applications
Field delineate and characterize wetlands in accordance with federal and state criteria
Conduct protected floral and faunal surveys
Collect, analyze, and report data on potential contamination and hazardous materials
Prepare permit applications (e.g. environmental resource permits, Section 404 and 408 permits, local agency natural resource permits)
Work with engineering team members to identify and resolve transportation project challenges
Use ArcPro software (GIS) for data collection, analysis, and compilation of data and exhibits for reports
Assist the firm in other capacities when needed, such as public involvement activities
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4-year college level degree in biology, environmental science, or equivalent science-based degree
5 plus years of experience working in the natural environmental field, such as environmental resource permitting and/or federal Section 404 permitting, wetland surveys and assessments, protected species surveys, preparing natural environmental documentation for NEPA compliance
Ability to travel/drive to company offices and field assignments within the state of Florida with occasional overnight stays. Some days may require early start times
Public speaking capabilities to participate in professional presentations and Q&As
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to transition between multiple work assignments on a regular basis, and sense of urgency to meet client deadlines
A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve
Ability to work in Florida's challenging outdoor environment
Mentor junior environmental staff to nurture their knowledge and growth
Flexibility in work environments and ability/openness to work as in-house consultant staff for state agencies, either in-person or virtually
Preferred
Past experience with linear transportation projects is ideal, and past experience with FDOT projects is a big plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, ArcPro/GIS proficiency and GPS-applications preferred
Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent, PWS (Prof Wetlands Scientist), GISP (GIS Professional) preferred
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company
Gannett Fleming
Gannett Fleming is a privately held AEC firm partnering closely with our clients on some of the toughest challenges facing our communities today—and into the future.
1001-5000 employees
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