About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

This Environmental Project Specialist role involves being responsible for supporting Project Managers on project tasks and assignments to meet project profitability goals and deliver best-in-class services to our clients.

Job Type: Part-Time/Temporary (This position is considered temporary and as such there are no associated benefits, but you are eligible for paid time off in accordance with our sick time policy)

Pay: $30-$40/hr (based on training, duties, and project type)

Schedule: This is an as-needed position with a flexible schedule and based on demand with no guaranteed minimum.

This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support Project Managers with projects at various stages of project planning, environmental compliance, permitting, and documentation.
• Review project materials, provide analysis, develop spreadsheets, data entry, maintain project tracking, and manage database entries and quality assurance tasks.
• Cost estimating work – review project scope of work and prepare draft cost estimates
• Support project managers to oversee project compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist in improving program efficiencies and support schedule management
• Provide peer trainings as needed
• Duties may include conducting environmental desktop analysis of sensitive resources, environmental construction monitoring support, writing and reviewing reports, and interacting with other company professionals and client contacts.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Exercises safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Keeps up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• BS or MS in planning, environmental science, biology, ecology, or similar field
• 1 to 3 years of professional experience as an environmental scientist/specialist, biologist, ecologist, planner, or equivalent in California with experience pertaining to environmental compliance
• Knowledge of current environmental regulations, including CESA, FESA, CEQA, and NEPA, amongst others
• Exposure to project management tasks
• Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines
• Proven leadership skills; identify problems and actively devise appropriate solutions
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Outgoing/team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Ability to communicate in a group-oriented setting to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders
• Knowledge of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, ArcGIS, etc.)
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.