Experienced Environmental Science Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking Environmental Science graduates with at least one year of experience to join our Fort Worth office. This role is not remote. The position involves solving complex problems, assisting project managers, and collaborating across disciplines to realize clients' visions for the future built environment. You will develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn's and our clients' practices, procedures, and standards. This role offers the 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

• 1+ 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
• Strong technical writing skills and knowledge of 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
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment
• 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 one or more of the following: 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
• Travel for projects as needed (approximately 10%)

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree