Environmental Scientist Permitting
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Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist/Biologist for employment in the Miami FL office. This position would support numerous natural resource projects in the South Florida region with a focus on wetland and wildlife biology marine resources and transportation planning. Primary duties include preparation of biological impact assessments NEPA documents and permit applications for a variety of projects for local transportation agencies and other federal state and local clients. The candidate will be required to work primarily in a clientfacing office setting with the ability to manage multiple tasks analyze biological impacts for wildlife plants and/or habitats and prepare technical reports to support deliverables. Additional duties may include assisting with listed species or natural resources related field surveys.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Use strong written and verbal communication skills to serve as clientfacing liaison
- Work in the client office to serve as a crossdisciplinary resource and support daytoday client activities
- Identify potential environmental impacts through reviews of engineering plans aerials and GIS databases
- Prepare client deliverables including reports for natural community evaluations environmental permitting botanical surveys wildlife assessments environmental assessments environmental impact biological assessments mitigation plans and monitoring
- Support biological surveys fieldwork as part of a team. Identify and record fauna and/or flora in the field (terrestrial and coastal)
- Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data
- Work under supervision of a project manager or seniorlevel team member or independently
- Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and are completed within allocated budget
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS or BA Degree in biology ecology environmental science or other closely related discipline and 2 Years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and /or education
- Knowledge of state and federal agency environmental regulations
- Valid Drivers License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Due to the nature of work US Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with a variety of South Florida natural resources flora and fauna (marine and terrestrial)
- Experience with protocols for wildlife surveys specialstatus plant surveys and/or habitat assessments
- Experience conducting general species surveys and/or experience conducting botany surveys marine surveys and vegetation characterization and mapping
- Experience with environmental permitting and NEPA assessments
- Experience with ArcGIS
- Knowledge of local state and federal environmental regulations
- Proficiency with processing and interpreting data for evaluating biological impacts
- Prior consulting experience preferred
- Desire to assist AECOM in the continued growth of the South Florida ecological practice
- Scuba diving experience (Certified)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- An ability and desire to effectively interact with clients and agency representatives
- Ability to work in a fastpaced work environment with changing client priorities
- Flexibility and willingness to support multiple projects as needed
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and creative problem solver
- Ability to create and maintain tracking spreadsheets and documents
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word Excel and PowerPoint
- Masters Degree is preferable.
Additional Information :
- Relocation is not available for this position.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
