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ERM · 20 hours ago

Consulting Senior Associate, Biologist

positionWalnut Creek, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$61K/yr - $76K/yr
date1+ years exp

ERM is a leading global sustainability consultancy, seeking a Consulting Senior Associate, Biologist to join their Impact Assessment & Planning team. In this role, you will provide biological expertise for utility and infrastructure projects in Northern California, develop assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve environmental outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Prepare Biological Resource Assessments and related technical documents
Support CEQA and NEPA compliance efforts, ESA Biological Assessments, and CDFW 1602 permitting processes
Manage scope, schedule, and budget expectations while maintaining high-quality deliverables
Build positive working relationships with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
Contribute to project coordination and support deputy project management tasks

Qualification

Biological expertiseEnvironmental regulations knowledgeTechnical writingBiological Resource AssessmentsEnvironmental consulting experienceCommitment to safetyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or a related field—or equivalent relevant experience
1+ years of experience in environmental consulting or biological fieldwork in Northern California
Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills
Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (ESA, CESA, CEQA, California Coastal Act)
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Commitment to health, safety, and field protocols
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Preferred

Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related discipline
Experience supporting environmental permitting within the power sector
Familiarity with special-status species, plants, and habitats in Northern California

Benefits

Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees

Company

ERM

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ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.
dateFounded in 1971
location
Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.erm.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2021-05-18Acquired

Leadership Team

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Greg Rumsey
North America CFO
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Steve Maaseide
Chief Operating Officer
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