Environmental Scientist

Kimley-Horn; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling and time off

Tuition reimbursement

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Reston, VA office is looking for an Environmental Scientist with over 4 years of experience to join their environmental team. The candidate will be involved in managing project budgets, coordinating with clients, and contributing to a variety of environmental projects.

Exceptional benefits include a comprehensive retirement plan, health coverage, and professional development opportunities. This position is not remote and requires some travel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Enjoy working in both an office and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and coordinate with clients and government entities.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.
• Track and manage project progress, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Technical writing skills

Ecological field work experience

Knowledge of ArcGIS

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field

Job description

Overview

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.

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
• Some travel required (15-20%)

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- 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.