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AECOM · 16 hours ago

Mid-level Biologist/Ecologist

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering a better world. They are seeking a Mid-level Biologist/Ecologist to join their Natural Resources team, responsible for biological resources inventories, impact analysis, and innovative conservation planning.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
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Responsibilities

Perform assignments requiring interpretation and application of federal, State, and local environmental regulations
Lead wildlife and/or botanical surveys, including vegetation and habitat mapping
Conduct wetland delineations utilizing the 1987 USACE Wetland Delineation Manual and applicable regional supplements
Conduct stream assessments
Prepare aquatic resources delineation reports
Compile USACE CWA Sec. 404 permits, calculate wetland/stream mitigation requirements and coordinate with Mitigation Bank Sponsors
Preparing and implementing mitigation, restoration, and monitoring plans
Coordinate with USACE Regulatory Staff and culture positive relationships
Special-status species permitting (e.g., ESA Section 7 biological assessments)
Utilize electronic data collection methods (including GPS), manage, interpret and analyze data, as needed
May support business development efforts
Work under the supervision of a senior project manager or senior-level team member
Work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and a problem solver
Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and budget
Conduct senior review of technical reports prepared by others
Perform other related duties assigned, such as coordination with team members, scheduling of work, etc

Qualification

Wetland delineationsAquatic resources reportingNatural resources experienceTechnical biological writingGIS software knowledgeProject managementDetail-oriented work styleOrganizational skillsPositive attitudeAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field
4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in biological natural resources/project management
Candidates must be available and willing to work out of town as needed
Valid Driver's license required for this role
Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred

6+ years of natural resources experience
Experience conducting wetland delineations, writing aquatic resources delineation reports, and conducting Clean Water Act Section 401/404 permitting
Training in relevant biological disciplines (e.g., wildlife, botany, wetland ecology, fisheries, herpetology, or entomology)
Experience as a Project Manager on projects involving construction monitoring, habitat assessments, and wildlife and botanical surveys
Experience in a client-facing role
Good organizational skills and a strong detail-oriented work style
Technical biological writing experience and NEPA analysis
Working knowledge of special-status plants and wildlife in Rocky Mountain region and associated state and federal environmental protections
Endangered species survey experience
Experience as a technical reviewer of biological resources reports
Experience in developing project scopes and estimating project costs
Positive attitude and adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Experience working with construction crews and field engineers
Knowledge of GIS software and GPS equipment
Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Collector, or other computer programs to enter, summarize, and analyze data

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan

Company

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.2B
Key Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO

Leadership Team

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W. Troy Rudd
CEO
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Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
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