Consulting Associate, Biological Technician

ERM • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

Kickstart Your Career in Environmental Consulting! Ready to Launch Your Career in Environmental Consulting? If you’re passionate about protecting wildlife, exploring the outdoors, and making a real impact on sustainability projects, this is your chance to join a global leader in environmental solutions. ERM is looking for a Consulting Associate, Biological Technician to join our Capital Project Delivery team in Overland Park, KS . This role is perfect for early-career professionals who want hands-on experience, travel opportunities, and the chance to work on projects that matter. Why This Role Matters At ERM, we help clients deliver capital projects responsibly—balancing development with environmental stewardship. As a Biological Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of data collection and ecological assessments that shape decisions for major infrastructure and conservation projects. What Your Impact Is Collect critical biological and environmental data that informs sustainable project design. Support endangered species protection and habitat conservation efforts. Contribute to reports and analyses that influence environmental compliance and permitting.

Requirements

• Required Education: BS in biology, ecology, natural resources, wildlife management, soil science, or related field (MS a plus) OR equivalent experience.
• Experience: 1+ years (3+ preferred) in biological or environmental fieldwork.
• Skills: Excellent writing and grammar for reporting.
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles/day in rugged terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Technical: Knowledge of ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123.
• GPS data collection and mapping experience.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• US citizenship or permanent residency.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Willingness to travel extensively (50%+), including remote areas for 1–4 weeks.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 3+ years of relevant field experience.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Collect critical biological and environmental data that informs sustainable project design.
• Support endangered species protection and habitat conservation efforts.
• Contribute to reports and analyses that influence environmental compliance and permitting.
• Conduct biological and environmental field surveys, including: Eagles and raptor surveys Threatened/endangered species surveys Bat mist-netting and acoustic monitoring Wetland delineations and habitat assessments
• Collect field data for permit applications and environmental reports.
• Provide GPS mapping support and assist with data management.
• Prepare portions of written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees