Field Ecologist

UES; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Team UES is seeking a Field Ecologist to support applied ecological studies, including wetland delineation and species assessments. You will conduct field surveys, record environmental data, and assist with ecological investigations across multiple projects in Florida.

Travel within Florida is required, and you will maintain field equipment and adhere to safety protocols. A biology/environmental science degree is required, with a Master’s preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field.
• Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications and policies.
• Perform wetland delineation.
• Conduct applied ecological investigations.
• Collect environmental data during field surveys (GPS coordinates, species observations, habitat characteristics).
• Maintain and calibrate field equipment (GPS devices, water quality meters, data loggers).
• Travel within Florida as needed.
• Complete daily time and labor reports and paperwork.
• Follow all safety procedures and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARC GIS

Tremble GPS

Reading & Writing

Driver's license

Flora & fauna knowledge

Mathematical skills

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/environmental science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

GPS devices

Water quality meters

Data loggers

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

The Field Ecologist role is responsible for the assistance of conducting applied ecological studies, including wetland delineation, imperiled species assessments, tree surveys, and biological monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures
• Perform wetland delineation
• Conduct applied ecological investigations
• Collect and record environmental data, including GPS coordinates, species observations, and habitat characteristics, during field surveys
• Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of field equipment, such as GPS devices, water quality meters, and data loggers
• Must be willing to travel within the state of Florida, if applicable
• Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy
• Turn in required paperwork daily
• Regular attendance is required
• Must be flexible to schedule changes and hours to support business needs
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field
• Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field preferred
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Functional knowledge of local flora and fauna
• Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients
• Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and proficiency with ARC GIS, and Tremble GPS
• Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.

Travel Requirements

This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
  • Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
  • Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
  • Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here