Experienced Environmental Scientist

Breedlove, Dennis and Assoc; Winter Park (FL); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

401(k) with Employer Match

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A science-driven consulting firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist in Winter Park to conduct wetland delineations and manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, and the ability to deliver high-quality technical work. Responsibilities include leading field teams, preparing technical reports, and representing client interests with regulatory agencies. Compensation includes health insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in wetland delineation and regulatory permitting.
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations independently pursuant to State and federal methodologies.
• Prepare technical reports, habitat analyses, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage multiple projects and provide technical support across disciplines.

Job description

Overview

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.

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

• 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

• Combination of field and office 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)