Environmental Scientist - Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

Kimley-Horn; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Fort Worth, Texas office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5+ years of experience to join their Environmental team. This role involves leading projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with diverse professionals. Key qualifications include a degree in Environmental Science or related fields, strong technical writing skills, and experience with field work. Kimley-Horn offers excellent benefits, including a 2-to-1 retirement match, comprehensive health coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Desire to lead training and mentorship of staff.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems and collaborate across disciplines.
• Develop familiarity with local regulations.
• Assess sites for Business Environmental Risks (BERs).

Skills

Technical writing

Field work and data collection

Knowledge of Texas state regulations

ArcGIS

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology or related majors

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Fort Worth, Texas (TX) office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5+ years of experience to join their Environmental team! This is not a remote position.

• This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team on a variety of multidisciplinary projects (commercial development, renewable energy, power delivery, roadway, utilities, planning, etc.)
• Our team is responsible for multiple levels of environmental due diligence and permitting, and this role will be a leader on these projects with opportunities to interface directly with clients and other stakeholders
• You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, internal partners, agencies, various jurisdictions and contractors.
• You will be joining an industry-leading firm with top tier compensation, profit sharing and medical benefits.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Gain knowledge in the following practice areas: Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), Natural Resources Due Diligence and Permitting and/or National Environmental Policy Act compliance
• Some travel may be required (approximately 10-20%) for site visits, client meetings and/or professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience, including field work, data collection, and preparation of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant majors including Environmental Science, Geology, Biology or related majors
• Professional Geoscientist/Geologist (P.G.) not required, but a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of Texas state (i.e., TCEQ) permitting and regulations
• Ability to assess sites for Business Environmental Risks (BERs) and Recognized Environmental Conditions (REC), and provide technical and practical guidance and solutions to clients and stakeholders
• Strong technical writing skills and experience writing detailed technical reports
• Desire to lead day-to-day training and mentorship of staff in your area of expertise
• Working knowledge and strong interest in ArcGIS
• Desire to work in both an office environment and in the field
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with the ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Desire to learn new skills, markets and project types
• Strong technical and organizational skills
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment as well as the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments concurrently and meet deadlines

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

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.