Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Environmental Scientist

Environmental EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeOrlando, FL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A B.S. degree in Science, specifically Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, is required.
Three to eight years of professional experience in environmental science, biology, natural resource management, planning, or a related field is required. A Master's degree may substitute for two years of professional experience.
Experience with Florida ecology and natural resource management is required.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving ability with stakeholders, clients, and teammates is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct field investigations, including wetland delineations and assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, and ecological monitoring.
Prepare environmental resource permit applications, Section 404 and 408 permit applications, and local agency natural resource permit applications.
Prepare and review National Environmental Policy Act documentation.
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 compiling data and report exhibits.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external project team members, clients, and regulators.
Assist with public involvement activities and other firm needs as assigned.
Support client marketing and business development efforts.
Assist with field sampling and assessment, collect data, operate field equipment for environmental permitting projects, participate in threatened and endangered species surveys, and lead field sampling and assessment efforts as assigned.
Analyze and manage data, write reports, prepare permit documentation, and prepare and review National Environmental Policy Act documentation.
Coordinate with project team members, clients, and regulators, and support marketing efforts.

Desired Qualifications

Experience on transportation projects for the Florida Department of Transportation or other roadway clients.
Experience with Environmental Systems Research Institute geographic information system and global positioning system applications, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and statistical software.
Professional certifications such as Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Gopher Tortoise Agent permit, Professional Wetland Scientist, Certified Environmental Professional, Certified Wildlife Biologist, Project Management Professional, or similar.
Experience working with Florida regulatory agencies, including all Water Management Districts, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and knowledge of state regulations including Chapters 373, 379, and 403 of the Florida Statutes and 62-330 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Experience working with federal regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and Federal Highway Administration, and knowledge of the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.

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.

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

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

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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