Environmental Scientist

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist with over 5 years of experience for their Deerfield, IL office. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, attending meetings with clients and regulatory agencies, and contributing to environmental projects. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or related fields, strong technical writing skills, and ecological fieldwork experience. The salary range is $90,000 - $115,000.
Overview
Kimley-Horn's Deerfield, IL office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 5+ years of experience to join their Environmental team! This is not a remote position.


Responsibilities

Attend meetings and coordinate with clients, government entities, and regulatory agencies to meet project requirements
Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure work is delivered on time
Track and manage project progress, budgets, and timelines
Contributing to a variety of environmental projects
Build and maintain strong internal and external professional relationships
Collaborating with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors




Salary range: $90,000 - $115,000.


Qualifications

5+ 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
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
Desire to provide exceptional client service
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to enjoy work independently and on a team