Environmental Scientist - Permitting & Field Monitoring

VHB; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition programs

Job summary

VHB’s Orlando, FL office is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Team, delivering projects for transportation, energy, and land development clients. The ideal candidate will have experience with state Water Management District and USACE permitting, as well as field delineations for wetlands and protected species surveys.

Responsibilities include preparing studies and reports, assisting with permit applications, and conducting construction monitoring to ensure permit

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of fieldwork experience in natural habitats.
• BS in a natural science-related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Biology, Landscape Architecture, Fisheries and Wildlife, Ecology, Natural Resources); master’s degree may substitute for 2 years experience.
• Experience using ESRI-GIS ArcPro.
• Ability to work in a busy office with significant computer use.
• Frequent travel (25-50%), overnight stays often required.
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), WPIT, Gopher Tortoise Authorized Agent, or other certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare natural resource studies and technical reports after field efforts.
• Assist with federal, state, and local environmental permit applications.
• Monitor environmental compliance during construction and prepare inspection reports.
• Act as a biological monitor on-site to protect rare species per permit conditions.
• Assist with wetland delineations, soil mapping, wildlife habitat evaluations, and rare species surveys.
• Conduct monitoring for permit compliance including wetland and water quality checks.
• Use field instruments to measure environmental parameters and document activities with data collection tools.
• Mentor or supervise junior team members as needed.

Skills

Field knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Problem solving

Construction monitoring

Plant species ID

Regulatory knowledge

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

BS in natural science

PWS/WPIT certifications

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS ArcPro

Job description

VHB’s Orlando, FL office is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Team, delivering projects for transportation, energy, and land development clients. The ideal candidate will have experience with state Water Management District and USACE permitting, as well as field delineations for wetlands and protected species surveys.

Responsibilities include preparing studies and reports, assisting with permit applications, and conducting construction monitoring to ensure permit