Senior Biologist/Ecologist - Natural Resources

Onterris•Orlando, FL

102d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Onterris is hiring a Senior Biologist/Ecologist for its Due Diligence and Natural Resources group in Orlando, Florida. The role supports clients with environmental due diligence, permitting, and environmental impact assessments, with projects typically in Florida and occasionally elsewhere in the Southeast. The position provides senior leadership and technical mentorship to the Orlando team, manages multidisciplinary staff and subconsultants, and serves as a primary point of contact for clients. The role includes performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments under ASTM E1527-21, roadway corridor studies, natural resource surveys, and assessments as part of the NEPA process. The Senior Biologist/Ecologist evaluates potential impacts to wildlife, habitats, ecosystems, threatened and endangered species, and wetlands, and develops mitigation strategies. The position manages projects from proposal through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, project financials, reporting, and regulatory applications. It also supports proposals and technical approaches, maintains confidentiality and safe work practices, participates in continuous improvement, and stays current with industry developments. The position involves local and regional travel as needed, and field assignments may require extended periods outdoors. Work settings vary with assigned tasks. The work can be physically demanding and requires walking large project areas across varied terrain, potentially in inclement weather. The annual compensation range is $90,000 to $110,000, plus an annual bonus, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Wildlife Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Fisheries, or a related field.
At least 10 years of professional due diligence and natural resources experience in Florida and/or the Southeast U.S.
Experience with southeast wetland ecology, wildlife ecology, and/or botany.
Willingness and desire to lead and support field assignments as needed, including for extended periods.
Detail-oriented, with critical-thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects’ field work and reporting tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to work independently and effectively with a team.
Self-motivated, reliable, and dedicated.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions for supervisors.
Ability to walk large project areas on varied terrain, potentially in inclement weather.
Ability to travel locally and regionally as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with field survey techniques and wetland delineations.
Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation, including NWI, USGS, and aerial photography.
Professional certifications such as PWS, WPIT, CE, Q/CAWB, or eligibility for such certifications.
Proficiency with GIS software.

Responsibilities

Provide senior leadership to the existing Orlando due diligence and natural resources team.
Provide technical mentorship and support in the group's areas of expertise.
Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM E1527-21 and corridor studies on county and state roadway projects.
Conduct natural resource surveys, including wetland delineations and assessments, wildlife surveys, threatened and endangered species surveys, and data collection.
Perform assessments for NEPA processes, including evaluating potential development impacts on wildlife, habitats, and ecosystems.
Assess potential impacts to threatened and endangered species and wetland systems and develop mitigation strategies supporting client objectives.
Manage post-survey data.
Manage environmental consulting projects from proposal through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management.
Track project financials, including budgets, forecasts, change orders, subcontract agreements, and invoicing.
Serve as primary client manager, working with developers, utilities, state and local governments, municipalities, and legal counsel.
Lead multidisciplinary staff and subconsultants in due diligence, wetlands, wildlife management, airport wildlife management, ecology, permitting, and GIS.
Prepare and review reports and applications for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
Support proposal development, scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical approaches.
Maintain client and project confidentiality.
Follow company safety rules and OSHA regulations and attend required safety training.
Participate in continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.
Stay current on industry trends through training, professional publications, and workshops.
Perform other duties as assigned.