Environmental Scientist III

Freese and Nichols • Greenville, SC

138d • Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is seeking a mid-level Environmental Scientist III to join our Environmental Services team based in one of our Southeastern offices: Greenville SC, Charlotte NC, Duluth GA, or Atlanta GA. You'll support a diverse portfolio of environmental compliance, permitting, and restoration projects across the Southeastern U.S., with opportunities for field leadership, project ownership, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. This role is ideal for professionals with 5-8 years of experience in environmental consulting who are ready to take the next step into project leadership, client engagement, and technical growth within a supportive and respected employee-owned firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Planning, or a related field
• 3+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or related regulatory work
• Demonstrated experience in technical writing, fieldwork execution, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Nice To Haves

• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS)
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC)
• GIS Certification or equivalent proficiency
• Other relevant environmental or restoration-related certifications encouraged

Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations including stream and wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and site evaluations
• Prepare environmental documents such as NEPA reports, impact assessments, permit applications, and technical deliverables
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies such as USACE, USFWS, and state environmental departments to support permitting and compliance
• Manage small to mid-sized environmental projects or serve as a task lead on larger multidisciplinary teams
• Mentor junior staff and review fieldwork, documentation, and environmental analysis
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and GIS analysts across teams and regions
• Support proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client presentations
• Travel throughout the Southeastern U.S. as needed for site visits and project coordination

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid overtime for salaried employees
• Annual bonus
• Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico
• Flexible work environment including a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
• Alternative work schedule program providing a day off every other Friday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees