Job Overview
We are actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Biologist / Project Manager to enhance our dynamic Natural Resources team in California. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead project execution, assign tasks effectively, and work collaboratively with both experienced colleagues and junior staff to ensure successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Work
- Generate comprehensive technical studies and environmental documents, including Biological Resource Assessments, biological CEQA/NEPA analyses, Jurisdictional Delineations, and permit application packages.
- Determine optimal permitting pathways for intricate projects and produce essential technical studies and materials for application submissions.
- Undertake fieldwork, including stream/wetland delineations crucial for biological documentation.
- Occasional travel with overnight stays may be required.
Project Management
- Oversee complex biological permitting projects, including those related to the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and Coastal Act.
- Independently manage and deliver medium to large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and efficiency.
- Coordinate project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
- Serve as the chief liaison for clients and regulatory agencies, ensuring effective communication and seamless project management.
- Provide technical leadership to both staff and subcontractors.
- Conduct quality assurance and control (QA/QC) reviews of technical reports, budgets, and schedules.
Business Development
- Initiate client outreach to cultivate robust relationships and secure new business opportunities.
- Prepare proposals and develop cost and schedule estimates for prospective projects.
- Engage in client interviews and deliver presentations to secure project work.
Required Skills
- A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, encompassing technical work, project management, and business development.
- Proven capability to supervise staff and foster positive relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and subconsultants.
- Expertise in the following areas:
- Biological resource assessments (CEQA/NEPA)
- Botanical and wildlife species surveys
- Wetland delineations and jurisdictional determinations
- CRAM assessments
- Regulatory permitting and compliance oversight
- Restoration planning, habitat management, and mitigation monitoring
- Experience with utility, energy, water, or transportation projects is advantageous.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, or a PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience.
Career Growth Opportunities
We are committed to providing avenues for professional growth and development, empowering you to enhance your skills and advance your career within our organization.
Company Culture and Values
Our organization fosters an environment of collaboration and support, emphasizing strong team dynamics while encouraging individual development.
Compensation And Benefits
The base salary range for this full-time position is \(84,000 - \)138,000, complemented by benefits and bonus opportunities. Salary offers will reflect a candidate's skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, ensuring fairness and internal equity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting your well-being and financial security, including:
- A variety of health plan options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
- Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Three weeks of vacation accrual in your first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings through a 401(k) / Profit Sharing Plan.
- Additional perks such as Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Legal and Identity Protection services, Pet Insurance, and opportunities to participate in community service initiatives.
Why Join Us?
If you are passionate about natural resources and are eager to contribute to meaningful projects, we invite you to join our team where your expertise will be valued and your career can flourish.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type: Full-Time
