Experienced Environmental Scientist

Breedlove, Dennis & Associates, Inc.; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with Employer Match

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability & L

Job summary

Breedlove, Dennis and Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to support regulatory compliance and project execution across Florida and the Southeast.

The role emphasizes wetland delineation, field data collection, and preparation of permitting documents for diverse clients. You will manage field teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development while working in dynamic field settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field with 3+ years of experience, or a Bachelor’s with 5+ years.
• Demonstrated experience in wetland delineation, functional assessments, and regulatory permitting.
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout the southeast for fieldwork.
• Certifications for gopher tortoise services and wetland delineation are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations per Florida and federal delineation methodologies, including hydric soil analysis and plant species identification.
• Lead field teams and ensure QA/QC standards.
• Prepare technical reports, habitat/mitigation analyses, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage multiple projects and provide technical support across disciplines.
• Represent client interests in meetings with regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and municipal environmental regulations.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to internal training.
• Seek business development opportunities and prepare proposals.
• Travel as needed for fieldwork.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Fieldwork

Technical writing

Regulatory permits

Project management

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Master's degree in biology/environmental science

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Breedlove, Dennis and Associates, Inc. is a science-driven consulting firm providing strategic environmental solutions to clients across Florida and the southeastern U.S. We are currently seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist with strong field analytical skills, with a specific emphasis on expertise in wetland delineation and functional assessments to support regulatory compliance, permitting, and technical project execution.

This role is ideal for someone who has a thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape, can deliver high-quality technical work while managing multiple projects and client relationships, and has relevant field expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficient in conducting wetland delineations independently pursuant to State of Florida and federal delineation methodologies, including hydric soil analysis and plant species identification.
• Lead field teams and ensure adherence to QA/QC standards.
• Prepare technical reports, habitat/mitigation analyses and regulatory documentation.
• Manage multiple projects and provide technical support across disciplines.
• Represent client interests in meetings with regulatory agencies and other stakeholders.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and municipal environmental regulations.
• Thorough understanding and application of permitting regulations associated with the Water Management Districts, ACOE, USFWS, FWC, FDEP, and local agency jurisdictions.
• Ability to serve as a mentor to junior scientists and contribute to internal training.
• Seek business development opportunities and prepare proposals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in wetland delineation, wetland functional assessments and regulatory permitting.
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to perform fieldwork in diverse weather conditions and challenging terrains.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout the southeast for fieldwork.
• Certifications for gopher tortoise services, wetland delineation, and other relevant professional credentials are highly desirable.

Job Conditions

• Primarily field-based work, with potential to work beyond the typical work week.
• Overnight travel is required.
• Physical work in varying weather conditions in natural outdoor settings, with lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of driving a work vehicle.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (Company contributes up to $2,000/year)