Consulting Senior Associate, Biologist
$67,200–$85,420 year
Hybrid · Walnut Creek, California, United States
Job Summary
Senior-level Consulting role focusing on environmental biology for a Northern California utility-scale portfolio. Responsibilities include providing biological expertise to guide vegetation management operations, developing Biological Resource Assessments, and contributing to CEQA/NEPA documentation. You’ll ensure regulatory compliance and collaborate with ecologists, planners, and environmental scientists to deliver high-quality technical solutions. Key duties include preparing Biological Resource Assessments, supporting CEQA/NEPA compliance efforts, ESA Biological Assessments, and CDFW 1602 permitting, while managing scope, schedule, and budget. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences (or equivalent), 1+ years in environmental consulting or fieldwork in Northern California, strong technical writing, and working knowledge of ESA, CESA, CEQA, and the California Coastal Act. The role is Hybrid in Walnut Creek, CA, and note that the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. The company emphasizes a collaborative, growth-focused environment and a commitment to sustainability and regulatory excellence.
Required Qualifications
- 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
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