DNV · 2 days ago

Renewable Energy Project Permitting Biologist

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $130K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Support renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies in North America

Support and prepare regulatory documents such as permit applications, authoring of environmental reporting documentation including critical issues analyses, Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies, Eagle Conservation Plans, Habitat Conservation Plans, mitigation and monitoring plans, offshore Construction and Operations Plans, enforcement action support and associated NEPA documents

Provide support for technical due diligence reviews of environmental permits for project financing and M&A activities

Organize consulting activities with different stakeholder groups, including federal and state regulatory agencies such as the USFWS, local communities, and Tribes or First Nations

Maintain sustainable relationships and good communication with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders

Assist in business development activities including preparing proposals for each client/project, maintaining strong client relationships, and attending client meetings to support further service offering expansion

Participate in DNV’s thought leadership activities in coordination with the EPS Head of Section and Team Leads to organize publications, presentations, white papers, and other general scientific and regulatory knowledge-sharing activities related to special analysis for the renewable industry

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BiologyRenewable EnergyEnvironmental PermittingBirdBat ConservationHabitat Conservation PlansWildlife ManagementWildlife Survey MethodologyQuantitative Risk AssessmentRegulatory Agencies EngagementWritten EnglishVerbal English CommunicationProject Management ProfessionalEnvironmental AssessmentRegulatory FrameworksProposal WritingPMP CertificationTechnical AccreditationImmigration Regulations

Required

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, namely biology (wildlife, ecology, conservation focus), land planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy or related field

At least 3 years of experience on biology-related components of renewable energy or similar projects, or 3 years of experience in environmental and/or permitting experience in the US

Experience in: Preparing or leading Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies, Habitat Conservation Plans, Eagle Conservation Plans or other wildlife management plans; OR Preparing or reviewing wildlife survey methodology and design, mitigation options, and quantitative risk assessment; OR Engaging with and contacts within the federal and state regulatory agencies such as the USFWS, local communities, and Tribes or First Nations

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Preferred

Master’s degree in a relevant field, namely biology (wildlife, ecology, conservation focus), land planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy

5+ years of relevant experience preferred

Advanced knowledge of environmental assessment regulatory frameworks as applied to renewable energy (wind, solar, or battery storage)

Experience leading winning proposal efforts for Customers in the renewable energy industry

Capable of travelling to projects in development, construction, and operation sites in varying locations (10%-20% annual time)

Project Management Professional (PMP) or other technical accreditation such P.Eng., P.Geo, P.Biol., etc.

Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position