Environmental Scientist - Coastal - Mid Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Environmental Scientist to join our Tallahassee office. The Environmental Scientist will be working amongst our entire US based team. This position is ideal for a highly motivated, self-directed professional with a proven ability to work under pressure, adapt quickly, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment. This is not a passive role. Success in this position requires agility, intellectual curiosity, and a deep personal investment in environmental resilience.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Independently and collaboratively complete resilience and environmental assessments to support complex coastal and marine projects in planning, design, and implementation phases.
• Take ownership of technical writing for coastal resilience, restoration, and development projects, including:
  • Detailed technical reports
  • Permitting documentation
  • Competitive and strategic funding proposals
• Lead the development, processing, and acquisition of environmental permits and authorizations at the local, state, and federal levels, including leases and easements.
• Conduct thorough regulatory feasibility assessments and technical analyses, working closely with interdisciplinary design and consulting teams.
• Prepare and deliver environmental impact assessments and environmental management plans to meet rigorous compliance standards.
• Author NEPA documents, impact analyses, and supporting studies with minimal oversight.
• Perform fieldwork as required, including data collection and environmental analyses in support of permitting, planning, and project design.
• Develop and contribute to public engagement strategies, including:
  • Outreach materials
  • Public-facing communications
  • Support for public events and stakeholder tools
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to conduct climate risk assessments using sea-level rise, coastal forces, rainfall, and compound flooding data.
• Provide ongoing support for project management and proposal development, including budgeting, scheduling, and deliverables.
• Contribute to market analysis and business development efforts related to coastal resilience and restoration.

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, Environmental Resource management, planning or equivalent
• 7-10 years of experience in the private, public, or engineering sectors, with demonstrable leadership in complex environmental projects.
• Experience with Federal and state environmental permitting required.
• Strong working knowledge of coastal zone policies, permitting frameworks, and environmental regulatory systems.
• Solid understanding of coastal and ocean environments, including current ecological and regulatory issues.
• Familiarity with major federal and state funding mechanisms for conservation, restoration, and adaptation projects.
• Outstanding communication skills-written, verbal, and presentation-with a track record of conveying complex environmental concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven research and analytical skills, with a meticulous approach to developing reports and assessments.
• Willingness and availability to travel, including to remote or field locations when needed.
• Preferred Experience with:
  • Florida coastal consistency determinations
  • Proprietary authorizations and NEPA compliance
  • Nature-based solutions and vulnerability/adaptation planning
  • Public engagement and multi-stakeholder collaboration
  • Funding identification and proposal development
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required

Physical requirements:

• Majority of work will occur in an office setting; extended screen time and sitting required.
• Fieldwork may include:
  • Swimming/snorkeling
  • Travel by kayak, canoe, or motorized vessel
  • Navigation of unpaved/natural terrain carrying field equipment

• Work in hot, humid, or variable outdoor conditions typical of the southern U.S. may be necessary

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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