Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking entry level/junior scientist candidates with 0-3 years of professional experience for a full-time Environmental Scientist or Environmental Specialist 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 Broward County, so proximity/access is essential. Please submit a cover letter along with your resume when applying for this position.
Day-to-Day:
- Field surveys and site inspections
- GIS analysis
- Regulatory code interpretation/application
- Environmental documentation and background research
- Data collection, processing, filing, and analysis
- Technical report writing/editing
- Coordination with regulatory agencies
Required Qualifications:
- Resident of Broward County (or southern Palm Beach County/northern Miami Dade County)
- Education: B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning (or similar field)
- Botanical training or extensive coursework concentration (wetlands, trees, landscaping, etc.)
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to work extended hours outside in south Florida weather
- Ability to complete overnight/multi-night remote field assignments
- Florida driver’s license
Preferred Capabilities:
- MS Office software proficiency
- Experience with desktop softwares (not web-based programs)
- Ability to identify Florida’s native and exotic flora/fauna
- Familiarity with ArcGIS and/or GPS data collection
Other Helpful Skills/Education:
- Rescue/First Aid training
- Florida Master Naturalist training
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Familiarity with South Florida geography/roadways
- CADD or MicroStation familiarity
- SCUBA Certification
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. Metric’s 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.
