Environmental Scientist & Project Manager

Environmental Scientist & Project Manager; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Ownership potential

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Senior Project Manager to expand our Environmental practice in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead client engagements with government entities and regulatory agencies, mentor staff, and grow the environmental business with autonomy and a path toward ownership.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of relevant experience, an advanced degree in a related field, and strong technical writing skills. Travel to project sites is expected as needed; ArcGIS experience is valued.

Qualifications

• 8+ 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.
• Strong technical writing skills and experience writing detailed technical reports.
• Working knowledge or strong interest in ArcGIS.
• Willingness to travel for projects as needed.
• Enjoy working in both an office environment and in the field.
• Interest in working with planners and designers to minimize ecological impacts.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and communicate with clients, government entities, and regulatory agencies to fulfill regulations and requirements relating to projects.
• Lead the environmental practice, set vision and strategy, and establish goals.
• Manage projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, mentor team, and provide leadership.
• Autonomy to lead, direct, and grow the business with potential ownership advancement.

Skills

Ecological field work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Science / Ecology / Botany / Biology

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our Environmental practice in Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and communicate with clients, government entities, and various regulatory agencies to fulfill any regulations and requirements relating to projects
• Leadership responsibilities include:
  • Operating with integrity and sound business principles
  • Providing vision, business planning and strategy
  • Establishing goals
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships
  • Having open communication with your partners and team
  • Growing and leading a Environmental practice
• Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
• The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership

Qualifications

• 8+ 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

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 19 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.