Biology Project Manager

About The Job

Bancroft Construction Services (BCS) provides environmental consulting, biological resources management, and regulatory compliance services for infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy, transportation, and other development projects throughout the Central Valley. Our multidisciplinary teams support projects from early planning through construction by delivering high-quality biological services that meet regulatory requirements and client objectives.

We are seeking an experienced Biology Project Manager to lead complex environmental and biological resources consulting projects while managing client relationships, budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams. This role is ideal for a senior‑level professional who combines strong technical expertise with a “seller‑doer” mindset and thrives in a fast‑paced consulting environment. This is a hybrid position that combines office‑based work with field presence and travel to project sites throughout the Central Valley region.

The Biology Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of biological resources and environmental compliance for various infrastructure and construction projects. The position manages project scope, budget, schedule, and financial performance while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and regulatory agencies. In addition to project delivery, the Manager will lead, mentor, and develop a team of biologists, fostering accountability, technical excellence, and career growth.

The position works closely with the Principal Manager of Bancroft’s Biological Resources group and requires effective communication skills and technical acumen of local, state, and federal laws and regulations protecting biological resources.

• Assist clients in navigating the planning and permitting requirements related to biological resources, including developing solutions that protect and preserve the environment that lead to project approvals.
• Plan, manage, and oversee complex biological resources, environmental compliance, and construction monitoring projects from initiation through closeout.
• Own project scope, budgets, schedules, and margins; ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary client relationship manager, guiding and consulting clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Actively support business development by opening industry doors, identifying new opportunities, and expanding existing client accounts.
• Direct client strategy, communication, and long‑term account growth.
• Provide technical leadership in biological resources, permitting, regulatory compliance, and construction monitoring.
• Participate in and oversee biological fieldwork and compliance monitoring as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of biologists, including workload planning, accountability, performance management, and career development.
• Anticipate project risks, scope changes, and regulatory challenges; proactively develop and implement solutions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, agencies, contractors, and subconsultants.
• Oversee preparation and review of technical reports, biological assessments, monitoring reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, scopes of work, and client presentations.
• Operate effectively within an entrepreneurial environment, utilizing defined roles, scorecards, and accountability tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• 8–12+ years of experience in biological consulting.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, including scope, budget, schedule, and financial performance.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical background in biological resources of Southern California, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with CEQA, NEPA, CWA, CESA, FESA, and related environmental regulations.
• Experience serving as a trusted client relationship manager with a track record of repeat work,…