Environmental Scientist; Entry Level

and the job listing Expires on March 8, 2026

Halff has an immediate opening for an entry level Environmental Scientist in our Richardson, TX office. The ideal candidate will bring experience in completing environmental field data collection activities with a focus on Florida Environmental Resource Permitting and Federal Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. This position offers excellent career development opportunities for a motivated individual seeking growth potential with Halff, including professional and personal growth, as well as ownership in the firm.

The successful candidate will bring relevant and hands‑on experience in collecting environmental data, adhering to standards dictated by state and federal agencies, familiarity with various regulatory permits.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to oversee budgets and schedules and interact with subconsultants and clients.

• Responsible for performing field work to collect samples, conduct field surveys and analyze data.
• Assist with the preparation of permit applications and ensure compliance with environmental regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other professionals to develop and implement environmental solutions.
• Provide quality support to multi‑disciplinary teams for the purpose of successful delivery and execution of sustainable solutions to valued clients.
• Intermediate proficiency with ArcGIS, and/or GPS technology.
• Resource delineations, impacts analysis, and environmental permitting. preferred.
• Threatened and Endangered Wildlife Species surveys, permitting and relocation.
• Flexibility to travel and remain out of town for extended periods of time and possibly up to 2 weeks.
• Cooperatively, work outdoors in fluctuating climate conditions, emphasizing safety, productivity and project success.
• Capable of physical exertion and standing for extended periods of time and lifting equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, environmental science, natural resources management, or related field;
  Master’s Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in collecting flora and fauna data to translate into natural resource reports.
• Positive attitude, proactive self‑starter, and exceptional ability to collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong effectiveness in research, analytical, written and verbal communicative capabilities.

• Halff has completed thousands of environmental projects.
• The average tenure of Halff’s Environmental team leaders is 10 years.
• We serve a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients.
• Our regulatory knowledge and relationships minimize risks and ensure successful permitting and procurement of regulatory approvals.
• Cultural resources management
• Electric transmission line routing studies and expert testimony
• Environmental due diligence, remediation and regulatory closures
• Environmental constraints mapping/analysis
• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation services
• Public involvement
• Storm water compliance
• Threatened/endangered species surveys and relocation
• Wetland delineation and Section 404/10 permitting and mitigation
• Wildlife habitat assessments

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.

Halff was founded on a core tenet:
Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran’s Day for our veterans)

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.