Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientist
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28-08-2025
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Metric Engineering Inc. is seeking entry level candidates with 0-1 year of professional experience for a full-time entry Environmental Scientist position based out of our South Florida (Miami) office. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S or similar degree in environmental science or engineering and offer familiarity with south Florida ecosystems flora and fauna. Overall the position entails providing statewide support across a wide variety of Metric projects involving wetlands tree resources mangroves seagrasses environmental permitting contamination reviews threatened/endangered species surveys construction compliance monitoring and NEPA documentation. Salary and benefits are industry competitive.
The position entails a hybrid work environment (mix of office remote and field) and work is largely based in Miami-Dade County so proximity/access is essential.
Day-to-Day:
- Field surveys and site inspections
- GIS analysis
- Regulatory code interpretation/application
- Environmental documentation and background research
- Technical report writing/editing
- Data collection processing filing and analysis
- Coordination with regulatory agencies
Required Qualifications:
- Education: B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning (or similar field)
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills
- Florida drivers license
- Local to Broward Dade or Monroe County
- Ability to work extended hours outside in south Florida weather
Preferred Capabilities:
- MS Office software proficiency
- Ability to identify Floridas native and exotic flora/fauna
- Familiarity with ArcGIS and/or GPS data collection
Other Helpful Skills/Education:
- SCUBA certification
- Rescue/First Aid training
- Florida Master Naturalist training
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Familiarity with South Florida geography/roadways
- CADD or MicroStation familiarity
About Us:
Metric Engineering Inc. was founded in 1976 as a transportation engineering company on the principle of providing personalized consulting services. Today we are among the top consulting engineering firms in Florida specializing in civil transportation and disaster relief projects. Over the last four decades Metric has successfully completed numerous large complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Metrics Environmental Department was created in 2010 and now generates annual revenues exceeding two million dollars. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local county and state agencies as well as a wide array of private clients.
EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin disability status sexual orientation protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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