Experienced Environmental Science Analyst

Kimley-Horn•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking Environmental Science graduates with 2+ years of experience to join our Fort Worth office. This role involves solving complex problems, assisting project managers, and collaborating across disciplines to achieve client visions for the future built environment. The position requires developing familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our clients’ practices, procedures, and standards. There is an opportunity to gain knowledge in areas such as natural resource regulations, water quality regulatory programs, wetlands identification (including botany and soil science), ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, geographic information systems, and environmental science. Some travel may be required, approximately 10%.

Requirements

2+ years relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant majors including Biology, Environmental Science, or related majors
Ecological field work experience, including wetland delineation and protected species survey
Possess strong technical writing skills and have knowledge writing detailed technical reports
Working knowledge and strong interest in ArcGIS
Desire to work in both an office environment and in the field
Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
Detail-oriented team player with the ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Strong technical writing and organizational skills
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment as well as the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments concurrently and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Solve complex problems
Assist project managers
Collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment
Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards
Gain knowledge in natural resource regulations, water quality regulatory programs, wetlands identification including knowledge of botany and soil science and experience in ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, geographic information systems and environmental science

Benefits

2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Personal leave
Flexible scheduling
Floating holidays
Half-day Fridays
Student loan matching in our 401(k)
Performance-based bonuses
Tuition reimbursement
Extensive internal training programs
New Parent Leave
Family building benefits
Childcare resources