Experienced Environmental Scientist

Kimley-Horn • Philadelphia, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Philadelphia, PA office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 4+ years of experience to join their Environmental team! This is not a remote position. Responsibilities include leading and supporting environmental due diligence and site assessment projects, with a focus on Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Act 2 compliance, and broader hazmat-related investigations. The role involves serving as a client-facing consultant, building strong relationships while coordinating with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to successfully deliver project objectives. The position requires managing project scope, budgets, and schedules, ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, the Environmental Scientist will provide technical leadership and problem-solving on complex environmental challenges, partnering with project managers and cross-disciplinary teams. There is an expectation to take an active role in growing the hazmat practice, contributing to business development, identifying new opportunities, and helping shape service offerings. Maintaining and applying working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including site assessment standards, is crucial. The role also involves preparing and reviewing technical reports, supporting and mentoring junior staff, and participating in fieldwork and site visits as needed (approximately 40% travel).

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with demonstrated exposure to contaminated site work, due diligence, or remediation support
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong foundation in environmental regulations and frameworks related to site assessment, risk evaluation, and redevelopment (e.g., Act 2 familiarity a plus)
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to navigate complex environmental challenges and make sound technical recommendations
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to operate confidently in a client-facing environment
• Demonstrated ownership mindset, with interest in contributing to team growth, expanding service offerings, or taking on increased responsibility over time
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Comfortable working in a hybrid role that includes both office-based analysis and field-based coordination
• Exposure to or interest in tools such as GIS (e.g., ArcGIS) to support site analysis and reporting
• Self-motivated, proactive, and responsive, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work
• Collaborative team player who can also operate independently with minimal oversight

Responsibilities

• Lead and support environmental due diligence and site assessment projects, with a focus on Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Act 2 compliance, and broader hazmat-related investigations
• Serve as a client-facing consultant, building strong relationships while coordinating with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to successfully deliver project objectives
• Manage project scope, budgets, and schedules, ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving on complex environmental challenges, partnering with project managers and cross-disciplinary teams
• Take an active role in growing the hazmat practice, contributing to business development, identifying new opportunities, and helping shape service offerings
• Maintain and apply working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including site assessment standards
• Prepare and review technical reports, including Phase I/II ESAs, site investigations, and remediation documentation
• Support and mentor junior staff, fostering team development and quality execution
• Participate in project-related fieldwork and site visits as needed (approximately 40% travel)

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: Mid Level