Consultant, Biologist

Are you ready to make a measurable impact on some of the most challenging and innovative projects in Northern California? Join ERM's global team of environmental professionals and help shape the future of sustainable development. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and want to work on projects that truly matter, this is your opportunity. Why This Role Matters ERM's Impact Assessment & Planning (IAP) service is one of the fastest-growing areas in our global business, supporting major projects in power, technology, infrastructure, and more. As a Biologist , you'll play a critical role in ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability for large-scale utility projects in Northern California . Your expertise will help our clients achieve success while minimizing ecological risks. What Your Impact Is Provide biological expertise for vegetation management operations and maintenance activities for a major California utility. Develop Biological Resource Assessments and support

CEQA/NEPA

documentation. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements, influencing project outcomes that protect sensitive habitats and species. Collaborate with a dynamic team of environmental professionals to deliver high-quality, timely solutions.

What You'll Bring Required:

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field (or equivalent experience). Or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience in environmental consulting or biological work in Northern California. Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills. Knowledge of federal and state regulations (ESA, CESA, CEQA, California Coastal Act). Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative mindset. Commitment to safety and adherence to health protocols. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred:

Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related field. Experience in the power sector and environmental permitting processes. Familiarity with special-status plants and animals in Northern California. Key Responsibilities Prepare Biological Resource Assessments and related technical documents. Support CEQA and NEPA compliance, ESA Biological Assessments, and

CDFW 1602

permits. Maintain scope, budget, and schedule expectations while ensuring quality deliverables. Build strong relationships with project managers, clients, and internal teams. Contribute to project coordination and assist with deputy project management tasks. For the Consultant, Biologist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $70,500 - $97,429 USD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note :

Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-CVC #LI-Hybrid