Senior Project Scientist - Environmental Permitting

RK&K; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Scientist to support our Florida team on diverse projects including transportation infrastructure, water resources, utilities, and site development. You will guide projects through Florida's regulatory environment by managing current projects, leading teams, and collaborating with regulatory agencies and clients.

The role emphasizes NEPA support, technical writing, QA/QC, and strong client interaction. A hybrid work setup and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, Engineering, Environmental Policy, Forestry, or related discipline.
• 8 years of technical and management experience in natural resources and environmental permitting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations with demonstrated experience in environmental project delivery.
• Business Development or Marketing Experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering teams with regulatory guidance, permitting strategies, technical writing, proposal development, construction environmental compliance, and oversight/management of environmental tasks for a variety of projects.
• Coordinate with Water Management Districts, FDEP, and USACE on 401/404 permit applications and other agencies for successful authorizations.
• Assist staff with technical study documentation and agency coordination.
• Assist NEPA staff with NEPA compliance efforts and related writing assignments.
• Coordinate multi-discipline tasks related to wetlands, endangered species, stormwater, and compliance activities.
• Manage task deliverables and complete QA/QC reviews.
• Give presentations or interviews with clients and coordinate with clients through progress meetings.

Skills

Regulatory guidance

Project management

Client-facing

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Scientist to support our Florida team on diverse projects including transportation infrastructure, water resources, utilities, and site development. You will guide projects through Florida's regulatory environment by managing current projects, leading teams, and collaborating with regulatory agencies and clients.

The role emphasizes NEPA support, technical writing, QA/QC, and strong client interaction. A hybrid work setup and opportunities for growth are offered.