Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Environmental Scientist - Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in environmental science, including fieldwork and ESAs
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, or a related field
  • Knowledge of Texas state permitting and regulations (TCEQ)
  • Ability to evaluate Business Environmental Risks (BERs) and Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs)
  • Experience in technical writing for detailed environmental reports
  • Proficient in ArcGIS and willing to work in both office and field environments
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills with a focus on mentorship

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex environmental problems and assist project managers
  • Gain familiarity with relevant regulations and company procedures
  • Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and manage due diligence
  • Travel for site visits, client meetings, and professional development

Benefits

  • Exceptional retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on contributions
  • Comprehensive health insurance including low-cost medical, dental, and vision options
  • Flexible time off policies including half-day Fridays and floating holidays
  • Financial wellness initiatives like student loan matching and bonuses
  • Tuition reimbursement and internal training to support professional growth
  • Family-friendly benefits including leave for new parents and childcare resources
Full Job Description
Overview

Kimley-Horn's Dallas, Texas (TX) office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5+ years of experience to join their Environmental team! This is not a remote position.

  • This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team on a variety of multidisciplinary projects (commercial development, renewable energy, power delivery, roadway, utilities, planning, etc.)
  • Our team is responsible for multiple levels of environmental due diligence and permitting, and this role will be a leader on these projects with opportunities to interface directly with clients and other stakeholders
  • You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, internal partners, agencies, various jurisdictions and contractors.
  • You will be joining an industry-leading firm with top tier compensation, profit sharing and medical benefits.
Responsibilities
  • Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients27 visions for the future built environment.
  • Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn27s and our client27s practices, procedures, and standards.
  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), Natural Resources Due Diligence and Permitting and/or National Environmental Policy Act compliance
  • Some travel may be required (approximately 10-20%) for site visits, client meetings and/or professional development opportunites.

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Qualifications
  • 5+ years relevant experience, including field work, data collection, and preparation of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant majors including Environmental Science, Geology, Biology or related majors
  • Professional Geoscientist/Geologist (P.G.) not required, but a plus
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Texas state (i.e., TCEQ) permitting and regulations
  • Ability to assess sites for Business Environmental Risks (BERs) and Recognized Environmental Conditions (REC), and provide technical and practical guidance and solutions to clients and stakeholders
  • Strong technical writing skills and experiencewriting detailed technical reports
  • Desire to lead day-to-day training and mentorship of staff in your area of expertise
  • Working knowledge and strong interest in ArcGIS
  • Desire to work in both an office environment and in the field
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
  • Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
  • Detail-oriented team player with the ability to contribute to a positive work environment
  • Desire to learn new skills, markets and project types
  • Strong technical and organizational skills
  • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment as well as the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments concurrently and meet deadlines

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.
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