Environmental Scientist Lead

Job Description

Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!

We are searching for an experienced Scientist Lead to join our growing Environmental team. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in ecology, natural resources, environmental engineering, environmental planning, or a related discipline (MS preferred) and has 6-10 years of related experience.

In this position, the successful candidate will serve as a Task Manager and field lead for environmental field studies, including delineation, sampling, inspection, data analysis, permit preparation, GIS mapping, and technical report writing. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing junior staff and ensuring QA/QC of their work. Additionally, the role involves supporting proposal development and interfacing with clients as necessary.

Projects will span across multiple markets and geographies, offering opportunities to broaden knowledge and deepen skill sets related to environmental science. We are seeking someone who can be an independent self‑starter. Experience with Georgia Department of Transportation projects is a plus.

• Mid‑senior level experience as an environmental consultant or environmental regulatory specialist.
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in a relevant environmental discipline (Environmental Science, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, etc.). Master of Science (M.S.) is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of wetland science, flora/fauna, ecosystems of the Southeast US, environmental impact analysis, and related fields, with demonstrated experience leading field tasks; knowledge of additional ecoregions is preferred.
• Proficient with GIS and GPS mapping (ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, and similar software).
• Physically able to travel and conduct field work on various project sites with challenging field conditions such as steep terrain, thick vegetation, and inclement weather.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills with ability to deliver complete and clean documents.
• Experience leading environmental tasks for Departments of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Energy, Renewables, Municipal, or Federal projects.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans (civil, roadway, pipeline, etc.).
• Ideal candidates would have professional credentials such as American Institute of Certified Planners, Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Ecologist (CE), Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP), Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS), or similar.
• Experience supervising one or more junior to mid‑level staff.
• Willingness to travel as projects require, including occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to work well within a team environment, bringing a positive attitude, multi‑tasking abilities, and self‑motivated mentality to produce high quality work.

We are an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate.