Experienced Environmental Science Analyst

Kimley-Horn; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking Environmental Science graduates with 2+ years of experience to join our Baltimore, Maryland (MD) office. This is not a remote position.

You will work on complex projects, collaborating with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to realize clients’ visions for the built environment. The role offers exposure to federal, state, and local regulations and hands-on field work, with travel of about 10-30%.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience including wetland and species permitting.
• Ecological field work experience with wetland delineation and protected species survey.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to produce detailed reports.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS.
• Willingness to work in both office and field settings.
• Willingness to travel for projects as needed.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented team player capable of managing multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver client visions.
• Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations and company practices.
• Gain knowledge in natural resource regulations, wetlands, ecology, GIS, and related areas.
• Some travel and fieldwork may be required (approximately 10-30%).

Skills

Field work

Technical writing

Travel readiness

Office and field

Wetland permitting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Biology/Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for Environmental Science graduates with 2+ years of experience to join our Baltimore, Maryland (MD) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• The opportunity to gain knowledge in one or more of the following: natural resource regulations, water quality regulatory programs, wetlands identification including knowledge of botany and soil science and experience in ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, geographic information systems and environmental science.
• Some travel and fieldwork may be required (approximately 10-30%).

Qualifications

• 2+ years relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant majors including Biology, Environmental Science, or related majors
• Ecological field work experience, including wetland delineation and protected species survey
• Possess strong technical writing skills and have knowledge writing detailed technical reports
• 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
• Strong technical writing 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 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.