Senior Environmental Scientist

We are currently seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join the Transportation-Infrastructure Practice in Miami, Florida.

The Senior Environmental Scientist will be responsible for managing and executing NEPA compliance and environmental permitting-related tasks for transportation projects. Specific tasks may include analysis and preparation of environmental reports, ecological field surveys including determining wetland jurisdiction lines, GIS analysis, as well as review and coordination of NEPA documents and agency approvals. The ideal candidate will have experience with various computer software packages, ArcGIS, FDOT’s SWEPT, Environmental Screening Tool, ProjectSuite, and ERC; and strong written and oral communication skills. The Senior Environmental Scientist will have the ability to work independently with general supervision as well as within a collaborative team environment. Position may require applicants to work at FDOT District office in Miami or Ft. Lauderdale.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master of Environmental Science, Biology, Zoology, Environmental/Civil Engineering or other professionally recognized equivalent discipline from an accredited university
• At least 12 years of experience within the environmental transportation field with project management experience
• NEPA process and environmental permitting experience as it relates to transportation projects in South Florida
• Skilled using software applications including Microsoft Office applications; ArcGIS and MicroStation experience a plus
• Ability to work independently with general supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively in the client’s office as necessary
• Strong work ethic aligning with the company's mission and core values

From managed toll lanes and long-range corridor plans to complex interchanges, major roadway, and segmental bridge designs, our teams provide the highest quality planning, environmental and engineering design solutions to our clients. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving and improving the overall quality of life.  By joining our team, you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms whose associates work hard every day to create a more connected future where everyone can thrive. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to our core values of: integrity, caring, forward-thinking, creativity, inclusivity, and ownership.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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