Universal Engineering Sciences

Geotechnical engineering, materials testing, consulting

Field Ecologist

Environmental SciencesUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timePanama City, FL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field is required.
A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
Functional knowledge of local flora and fauna is required.
The candidate must be able to read and write, interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers or clients.
The candidate must have computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and proficiency with ArcGIS and Trimble GPS.
The candidate must have mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
The candidate must be able to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.
The candidate must be willing to travel within Florida, if applicable.
The candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of fieldwork, including lifting or carrying 35 to 75 pounds up to 75 feet, standing, walking, driving, operating equipment for extended periods, and performing fieldwork movements such as bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, climbing, balancing, and pushing.
The candidate must be able to work outdoors in varying field conditions, including rugged terrain, noise, dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather.
The candidate must be able to communicate effectively in noisy environments and with project teams.

Responsibilities

Assist with conducting applied ecological studies, including wetland delineation, imperiled species assessments, tree surveys, and biological monitoring.
Ensure that project testing requirements are met and comply with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures.
Perform wetland delineation.
Conduct applied ecological investigations.
Collect and record environmental data, including GPS coordinates, species observations, and habitat characteristics, during field surveys.
Maintain and calibrate field equipment, such as GPS devices, water quality meters, and data loggers.
Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy.
Submit required paperwork daily.
Maintain regular attendance and flexibility for schedule changes and hours to support business needs.
Follow company safety procedures and policies.
Travel moderately, up to approximately 40% of the time, to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be scheduled or on short notice, with destinations including job sites, field locations, or regional offices.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow safety protocols during travel and on-site work.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field is preferred.

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

The Field Ecologist role is responsible for the assistance of conducting applied ecological studies, including wetland delineation, imperiled species assessments, tree surveys, and biological monitoring.

Responsibilities

Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures
Perform wetland delineation
Conduct applied ecological investigations
Collect and record environmental data, including GPS coordinates, species observations, and habitat characteristics, during field surveys
Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of field equipment, such as GPS devices, water quality meters, and data loggers
Must be willing to travel within the state of Florida, if applicable
Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy
Turn in required paperwork daily
Regular attendance is required
Must be flexible to schedule changes and hours to support business needs
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field

Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field preferred

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Functional knowledge of local flora and fauna

Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients

Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and proficiency with ARC GIS, and Tremble GPS

Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.
Travel Requirements

● This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business
objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on
project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may
be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and
use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
- Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
- Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
- Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
- Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
- Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
- Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
- Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
- Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here

About the Company

Universal Engineering Sciences

Geotechnical engineering, materials testing, consulting

Universal Engineering Sciences provides geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections, and environmental consulting for public and private projects across the United States. Its services are fee-based consulting delivered on either a project-by-project or ongoing basis, covering soils and rock assessments, construction material testing, code compliance checks, threshold inspections, and environmental studies. With 3,400+ professionals across 77 offices, UES differentiates itself through breadth of capabilities, nationwide reach, and ongoing adoption of new technologies and best practices. Its goal is to help clients complete safe, compliant, and efficient projects on time and within budget by delivering specialized expertise and a strong safety, integrity, and value focus described by its STRIVE values.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Orlando, FL
Founded: 1964

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