Consulting Senior Associate, Biologist

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.

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

Skills

• 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
• 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

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