Project Ecologist at Kleinfelder in Tampa, Florida

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Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder's integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives - from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Kleinfelder is seeking an Project Ecologist to join our Tampa, Florida office.

We are excited to present a challenging career opportunity for an energetic natural resource professional to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with field data collection and reporting to support natural resource projects. Candidates must have the ability to apply the principles of ecology, botany and wildlife biology to assess ecological conditions. Primary tasks will include protected/listed species surveys, monitoring land restoration areas and support with other ecological assessments.

The chosen candidate should also possess strong time management, problem solving, communication, organizational skills, and have relevant computer/software experience including Microsoft Office products. This position requires solid technical writing and verbal communication skills, including coordination with team members and project managers, as well as clients and regulatory agency staff.

The ideal candidate should have aBachelor's degree in natural resources (ie. biology, zoology, botany, ecology, or environmental science), however a Master's degree in similar area is preferred. A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent permit.

This position is a great opportunity for qualified professionals who are self-starters, leaders, energetic and enthusiastic and who like diversified project types. The ability to travel and a clear driving record are also required.

This position requires a minimum 6 years of relevant experience working in the State of Florida.

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

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