DRMP is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist for our Orlando Office. If you have 3-8 years of experience with Florida ecology, natural resource management, and environmental permitting, and you enjoy field investigations, environmental permitting, NEPA documentation, environmental monitoring and inspections, and client marketing, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and planners focused on existing client support and new business development. This role offers a variety of working conditions, ranging from field efforts to office analysis, report writing, agency interactions, and the development of permit applications and mitigation plans. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual with strong writing and technical skills to excel in a team environment.

What you will lead:

Conduct field investigations, including wetland delineations and assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, and ecological monitoring
Prepare permit applications, such as environmental resource permits, Section 404 and 408 permits, and local agency natural resource permits
Prepare NEPA documentation and review NEPA documents
Perform environmental monitoring and inspections
Work with engineering team members to identify and resolve transportation project challenges
Use ArcGIS Pro for data collection, analysis, and compilation of data and exhibits for reports
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external project team members, clients, and regulators
Assist the firm in other capacities as needed, such as public involvement activities
Support client marketing and business development efforts

Field Duties

Assist with field sampling and assessment
Collect data and operate field equipment associated with environmental permitting projects
Participate in threatened and endangered species surveys
Lead field sampling and assessment efforts as assigned

Office Duties

Analyze and manage data
Write reports
Prepare permit documentation
Prepare and review NEPA documentation
Coordinate with project team members, clients, and regulators
Support marketing efforts

What you bring:

B.S. degree in Science (Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology) or a related field
3-8 years of professional experience in environmental science, biology, natural resource management, planning, or a related field. A Master's degree may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience
Experience with Florida ecology and natural resource management
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on transportation projects for FDOT and/or other roadway clients
Experience with ESRI GIS and GPS applications, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and statistical software
Professional certifications, such as FFWCC Gopher Tortoise Agent permit, PWS, CEP, CWB, PMP, or similar
Experience working with Florida regulatory agencies, including all Water Management Districts, FDEP, and FFWCC, and knowledge of state regulations including Chapters 373, 379, and 403 F.S., and 62-330 F.A.C.
Experience working with federal regulatory agencies, including USACE, USFWS, NMFS, and FHWA, and knowledge of federal regulations including the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and NEPA

DRMP Offers

Excellent compensation package
Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
401(k) Plan and Match
Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Parental Leave
Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
Variety of voluntary benefit options
Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
Company-furnished life insurance
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account
and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.

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