Environmental Scientist

Kimley-Horn • Reston, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Reston, VA office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 4+ years of experience to join their Environmental team. This is not a remote position. The role involves attending meetings, coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies, managing project budgets and schedules, contributing to various environmental projects, and building professional relationships. Some travel is required.

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field
• Ecological field work experience
• Possess strong technical writing skills and have experience writing detailed technical reports
• Working knowledge or strong interest in ArcGIS
• Enjoy working in both an office environment and in the field
• Interest in working with planners and designers to avoid and minimize ecological impacts
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Desire to provide exceptional client service
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to enjoy work independently and on a team

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and coordinate with clients, government entities, and regulatory agencies to meet project requirements
• Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure work is delivered on time
• Track and manage project progress, budgets, and timelines
• Contributing to a variety of environmental projects
• Build and maintain strong internal and external professional relationships
• Collaborating with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

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, and half-day Fridays
• Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources

What This Job Offers

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