Senior Biologist​/Ecologist - Natural Resources

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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.

The Senior Biologist, Natural Resources Biologist position provides an opportunity to join our Due Diligence and Natural Resources group supporting a variety of clients on environmental due diligence, permitting, and environmental impact assessments throughout the southeast region.

The Senior Biologist, Natural Resources Biologist position is located in Orlando, FL.

As a key member of the Natural Resources team, you will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The annual compensation range for this role is $90,000 to $110,000 in addition to an annual bonus, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Provide senior leadership of the existing due diligence and natural resources team in Orlando with project work typically performed in Florida and occasionally in the Southeast senior technical mentorship and support to the team within the technical focus areas of the group.
• Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM E1527-21 and corridor studies (CSERs) on county and state roadway projects.
• Perform natural resource surveys including wetland delineations and assessments, wildlife surveys, threatened and endangered species surveys, and data collection.
• Perform assessments as part of the NEPA assessment process including the evaluation of potential impacts of development on wildlife, habitats, and ecosystems.
• Assess potential impacts to threatened and endangered species and wetland systems and develop mitigation strategies to support client objectives.
• Conduct post-survey data management.
• Manage environmental consulting projects from proposal through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management.
• Track project financials, including budgets, forecasts, change orders, subcontract agreements, and invoicing.
• Serve as the primary client manager, working directly with developers, utilities, state and local governments, municipalities, and legal counsel.
• Lead a multidisciplinary staff and subconsultant team with backgrounds in due diligence, wetlands, wildlife management, airport wildlife management, ecology, permitting, and GIS.
• Prepare and review of reports and applications or federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Support proposal development, scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical approaches.
• Maintain client and project confidentiality at all times.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

• Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Wildlife Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Fisheries, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional due diligence and natural resources experience in Florida and/or Southeast with southeast wetland ecology, wildlife ecology, and/or botany.
• Willingness and desire to lead and support field assignments as needed for extended periods of time. Familiarity with field survey…