[Hiring] Senior Field Biologist @AECOM

Role Description

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Senior Field Biologist for immediate employment. This is a part-time, on-call project-based role reporting to our Honolulu team. This position would support natural resource projects by leading biological surveys, vegetation mapping, wildlife assessments, monitoring, and habitat restoration. This is a remote and primarily field-based position requiring the ability to be local on assignments in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.

• Lead field survey teams to identify and/or monitor for rare, threatened, and endangered plant and wildlife species in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.
• Identify common non-native species, invasive and noxious plant and animal species.
• Conduct field surveys and monitoring in diverse habitats.
• Collect and document scientific data for statistical analysis, population surveys, and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize electronic data collection methods (including GPS); manage, interpret, and analyze data, and prepare field reports.
• Work professionally with clients and internal staff on complex projects involving biological resource protection, permitting, mitigation, and/or restoration.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level field staff as needed.
• Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and budget.
• Work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and a problem solver.
• Work under the supervision of a senior project manager or senior-level team member.
• Independently manage tasks and/or oversee project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related field.
• 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education as a task lead or Project Manager on projects in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
• US Citizenship is required.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Experienced in managing project tasks, budgets, and a lead reviewer of technical reports.
• Familiarity with permit application requirements and the typical challenges and strategies related to environmental permitting.
• Prior experience in a client-facing role is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of state and federal environmental protections.
• Familiar with the agencies having jurisdiction over special-status species.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with both clients and internal staff.
• Good organizational skills and a strong detail-oriented work style.
• Prior experience in environmental consulting.
• Experienced in developing project scopes and estimating project costs.
• Marketing and proposal experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options.
• Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.