Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Metric Engineering, Inc.; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Engineering in Panama City Beach, FL is seeking an entry level/junior Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of experience. This full-time position involves assisting with environmental reviews, GIS, and technical reporting for various federally funded projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a B.S. degree in environmental science or a related field and have excellent technical writing and communication skills. The role also offers a hybrid work environment, mixing office, remote, and field work.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of professional experience.
• Possess a B.S. or similar degree in environmental science or related field.
• Florida driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental reviews, GIS, and technical reporting.
• Conduct field surveys and site inspections.
• Maintain strict regulatory records.

Skills

Excellent technical writing

Communication skills

GIS analysis and data collection

Technical report writing/editing

Education

B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning

Tools

MS Office Suite

ArcGIS

Job description

The Environmental Planning department of Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking an entry level/junior Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of professional experience for a full‑time position. Desire for location in Northwest Florida but will consider candidates statewide who have demonstrated work experience.

The ideal candidate will possess a B.S or similar degree in environmental science or related field. The position involves assisting with environmental reviews, GIS, and technical reporting to support federally funded transportation, disaster, low‑income housing, and community development projects. Salary and benefits are industry competitive and the position entails a hybrid work environment (mix of office, remote, and field).

Day‑to‑Day

• Working with Metric Team across multiple projects and tasks
• GIS analysis and data collection
• Environmental documentation and background research
• Technical report writing/editing
• Field surveys and site inspections
• Maintaining strict regulatory records
• Managing official correspondence and public notifications

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning (or similar field)
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills
• Florida driver’s license

Preferred Capabilities

• MS Office Suite
• Proficient with map data/ArcGIS
• Familiarity with NEPA and/or HUD Grant Programs

About Us

Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 as a transportation engineering company on the principle of providing personalized consulting services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms in Florida specializing in civil, transportation, and disaster relief projects. Over the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Metric’s Environmental Department was created in 2010 and now generates annual revenues exceeding two million dollars. Our multi‑disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, and state agencies, as well as a wide array of private clients.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.