Senior Biologist/Wetland Ecologist Project Manager (Field Based)

Company: ERM
Location: Ontario
Posted on: June 3, 2021

Job Description:

ERM is seeking an experienced Senior Biologist or Wetland Ecologist Project Manager with consulting experience to play a key role in implementing our existing programs in Santa Barbara. The ideal candidate will have served as a senior leader and has a track record of high quality outputs, team building and excellent client communication skills and responsiveness. This is a fast-track opportunity for a senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader, on existing contracts. Business Development will not be required at the onset of this role. The role will be predominantly remote with minimal field work. This is a full-time, limited-term, 1-year consulting role with the possibility of renewal.RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate Multi-disciplinary biological and water resource teams for state and federal regulation surveys, monitoring and documentation.Contribute to preparing technical documents and associated management plans in compliance with state and federal requirements, serving in roles ranging from lead technical expert to QA/QC.Achieve clients expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.Maintain positive relationships with clients and public agencies.Other duties may include natural resource surveys, biological monitoring (as necessary), field team management, and providing specialized site assessments.REQUIREMENTS:BS or MS in biology, wetland science, plant ecology or similar field with experience pertaining to a specialized biological training or field.At least 7 years of consulting experience that involves oversight, QA/QC, technical writing, advanced survey design, impact assessment and multi-media permitting.Solid grasp of the key biological or wetland ecology impact assessment and management issues within the public utility sector, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices.Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations.Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to impact assessment approvals.Well-developed team building and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company.Possession of current USFWS 10(a)(1)(A) Permits and/or CDFW Scientific Collecting Permits preferred. Expertise and experience in both biology and wetland ecology preferred.

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