Senior Environmental Scientist & Field Lead

Pond & Company; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pond & Company is seeking an experienced Scientist Lead to join our Environmental group across multiple markets (Atlanta, GA; Jacksonville, FL; and Tampa, FL). The role focuses on leading field studies, data analysis, and client interface to deliver high-quality environmental consulting services.

The ideal candidate will manage junior staff, ensure QA/QC, and contribute to proposals and project planning, with strong GIS skills and field experience in southeastern ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Mid-senior level experience as an environmental consultant or environmental regulatory specialist.
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Art (B.A.) in a relevant environmental discipline (Environmental Science, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, etc.). Master of Science (M.S.) is preferred.
• Experience with Georgia Department of Transportation projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Task Manager and field lead for environmental field studies, including delineation, sampling, inspection, data analysis, permit preparation, GIS mapping, and technical report writing.
• Manage junior staff and ensure QA/QC of their work.
• Support proposal development and interfacing with clients as necessary.

Skills

GIS mapping

Field studies leadership

Technical writing

Project management

Client interfacing

Travel readiness

Education

B.S./B.A. in relevant environmental discipline

M.S. preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Field Maps

Job description

Pond & Company is seeking an experienced Scientist Lead to join our Environmental group across multiple markets (Atlanta, GA; Jacksonville, FL; and Tampa, FL). The role focuses on leading field studies, data analysis, and client interface to deliver high-quality environmental consulting services.

The ideal candidate will manage junior staff, ensure QA/QC, and contribute to proposals and project planning, with strong GIS skills and field experience in southeastern ecosystems.