8+ years of relevant experience in environmental science, focusing on wetland and species permitting.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or a related field.
Experience in ecological fieldwork and technical report writing.
Strong technical writing skills for detailed documentation.
Familiarity with ArcGIS or a strong interest in learning it.
Comfortable working in both office and field settings.
Willingness to travel for project needs.
Responsibilities
Manage project budgets effectively and apply strong project management skills.
Engage with clients, government entities, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Provide leadership by establishing goals and maintaining positive client relationships.
Mentor and grow staff while managing projects profitably.
Exercise autonomy in leading and directing business growth.
Participate in strategic business planning and vision development.
Enjoy the potential for advancement to ownership based on performance.
Benefits
2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation for retirement plans.
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Flexible scheduling, personal leave, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-friendly benefits including New Parent Leave and childcare resources.
Full Job Description
Overview
Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Environmental Scientist to expand our Environmental practice in Fort Worth, Texas (TX)!
Responsibilities
Adhere to the budget set by the client and performing strong project management knowledge
Attend meetings and communicate with clients, government entities, and various regulatory agencies to fulfill any regulations and requirements relating to projects
Leadership responsibilities include:
Operating with integrity and sound business principles
Providing vision, business planning and strategy
Establishing goals
Building and maintaining positive client relationships
Having open communication with your partners and team
Growing and leading a Environmental practice
Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership
Qualifications
8+ years of relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field
Ecological field work experience
Possess strong technical writing skills and have experience writing detailed technical reports
Working knowledge or strong interest in ArcGIS
Enjoy working in both an office environment and in the field
Interest in working with planners and designers to avoid and minimize ecological impacts
Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
