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AECOM Senior Biologist/Senior Project Manager in San Diego, California
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Biologist/Senior Project Manager for immediate employment within AECOM's Southern California Natural Resources Group. This hybrid role will be based in our San Diego, CA office.
This position would focus on project and technical management of a range of natural resource projects in the southern California region, including biological surveys, regulatory compliance, and permitting, with a focus on So Cal utility, local agency, and renewables clients. Primary duties include managing projects involving impact assessments, mitigation planning, regulatory compliance and permitting efforts including CEQA/NEPA, 404/401, CESA, and ESA, and preparing environmental documents and management plans. The successful candidate will contribute to growth of the So Cal department through marketing pursuits including proposal preparation, interviews, and business development. Technical mentorship and succession planning for the next generation of biological resources leadership is also a key element of this role.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Manage projects and teams to prepare large, complex natural resources documents such as Biological Technical Reports, Biological Assessments, Resource Permit Applications, and Habitat Conservation Plans. Operates as primary author or senior reviewer as appropriate
Manage multi-disciplinary projects that include all aspects of environmental analysis (e.g., biological, cultural, air quality, traffic, etc.)
Manage projects/programs requiring adherence to permit conditions with large-scale field efforts and intensive schedules
Work on environmental documents related to high profile infrastructure projects, with particular emphasis on renewable energy and electric transmission projects
Manage due diligence efforts for siting renewable energy projects and associated infrastructure
Perform project management duties such as forecasting, tracking, accounting updates, invoicing, progress reports, and scheduling, and takes corrective action where necessary
Operates as primary point of contact for clients and resource agencies on projects
Oversee the work of early career staff and provide technical mentorship
Participates in interviews with large or small team for a variety of clients
Contributes to growth of practice through business development, including generating business via existing and new contracts
About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
BA/BS in related field (biology, ecology, botany).
8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education natural resources/project management.
Valid U.S driver's license is required for this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in related field
15+ years of experience in natural resources/project management
Experience with protocol wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, and/or wildlife tracking
Electric transmission and renewable energy (e.g., solar, wind, energy storage) experience through preparing biological impact assessments, CEQA and/or NEPA documents, routing and siting, critical issues analysis, land use entitlement applications and/or overseeing multi-disciplinary technical teams for resource technical studies.
Experience as Project Manager on environmental planning and permitting projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to effectively manage tasks and interact with clients, staff and subconsultants.
Data management experience, including electronic data collection in field; managing large data sets
Ability to work in a high-paced environment with dynamic internal and client priorities
Successful experience preparing winning proposals
Additional Information
- Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $130,000.00 - $155,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include 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, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10128422
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Science
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc