Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our EcoSciences Team. This is an entry-level position and is based out of Atlanta, Georgia or Orlando, Florida.

Your role

• Provide project task schedules for assigned projects which includes a list of all required environmental documentation and permits, prioritized by project baseline schedules;
• Provide project status updates at meetings and via tracking database;
• Evaluation of impacts from various types of projects on the natural environment;
• Coordinate with design professionals and overall project team for accurate depiction of natural resources on construction plans and to identify opportunities for avoiding and minimizing potential impacts;
• Perform field investigations of projects sites including wetland and stream delineations with functional assessments according to applicable methodologies;
• Perform GPS field mapping, post processing, and distribution of GPS-mapped resources in multiple formats;
• Document, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data on projects of varying complexity and size;
• Evaluate, map, and describe on-site habitats while identifying those potentially suitable to support protected species;
• Prepare documentation and technical reports detailing the findings of ecological surveys and coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies;
• Prepare special provisions and permit applications for various regulatory agencies, including the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Conduct site reviews with the USACE and/or other agencies and participate in project meetings.

About you

• EDUCATION: B.A./B.S. or M.S. in a field of Science to commensurate with hiring discipline. The preferred candidate would have two years' experience since Bachelor's degree or one years' experience with Master's degree.
• EXPERIENCE: 0-2 Years of professional experience in a related technical field.
• SPECIAL SKILLS:
  • Aptitude for maintaining a professional attitude and attention to detail while working alone and within a team environent;
  • Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills with clients and colleagues;
  • Strong organizational, task and time management, deductive reasoning, and analytical skills;
  • Proficiency with the MS Office suite of software, ArcGIS, Trimble GPS, and Pathfinder Office;
  • Strong botanical identification skills;
  • Experience with review and interpretation of construction plans;
  • Similar environmental consultation experience related to linear projects (including projects with federal funding) and regulatory consultation experience with USACE will be considered
• PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: none

Reward & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrolment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $51,500 - $85,900 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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