Arcadis

Project Biologist

Arcadis$85K — $102K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of field environmental experience with infrastructure projects
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental studies or related field
  • Experience with key species: Blunt Nosed Leopard Lizard, Burrowing Owl, etc.
  • Historic Approvals under Fresno to Bakersfield ITP
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data collection apps

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field monitoring of maintenance activities in compliance with ITP and BO
  • Conduct independent field surveys and report data to office biological lead
  • Coordinate with contractors to document corrective measures
  • Enter new observational data into the project's database
  • Review historical data entries for quality evaluation
  • Assist with file management and document storage
  • Perform data tabulation and permit document review

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career development and growth
  • Access to mentorship for professional certifications
  • Participation as technical resource leaders
Full Job Description
Role description:

Arcadis seeks an Project Biologist to join the California High-Speed Rail Project Construction and Management (PCM) team in Selma, CA. The field specialist role centers around professional understanding with the Incidental Take Permit (ITP) and Biological Opinion (BO) from California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) respectively. This role seeks a highly motivated individual looking to further expand career development/growth with Arcadis. Arcadis is distinguished from others by way of promoting career development with opportunities to participate as technical resource leaders, obtain professional certifications and expert guidance mentorship to steward individual careers for longevity.

Role accountabilities:

  • Permit interpretation and decision making (Office 5%)


  • Conduct field monitoring of maintenance activities in compliance with the ITP and BO. (Field 95%)


  • Conduct field surveys independently and report data to office biological lead.


  • Coordinate with the contractor and oversight to document corrective measures.


  • Enter new observations data into the project's database.


  • Review history data entry to evaluate quality.


  • Assist with file management and document storage.


  • Data tabulation.


  • Permit and contract document review.


  • Work independently on a consistent basis upon receiving training.


Qualifications & Experience:

  • Historic Approvals under Fresno to Bakersfield ITP (2081-2015-024-04)


  • Field experience with Blunt Nosed Leopard Lizards (BNLL), Burrowing Owl (BUOW), Tipton Kangaroo rat (TKR), San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), San Joaquin Antelope Squirrel (SJAS), Swainsons Hawk (SWHA), etc.


  • 6+ years of field environmental experience related infrastructure projects.


  • Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, or a related field such as biology, ecology, natural resources management, sustainability, etc.


  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and data collection applications.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with construction means and methods.


  • Understanding of federal, state, and local environmental permits.


  • Proficiency with California Environmental Quality Act/ National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA), Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA), California Endangered Species Act (CA ESA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MTBA), Master Streambed Alteration Agreement (MSAA), Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification, Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit, Construction General Permit (CGP), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and hazardous materials regulations.


  • Experience with sustainability goals, such as reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, water conservation, and recycling and waste management.

About Arcadis

Arcadis is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides a range of services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, and buildings. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Arcadis has a presence in over 70 countries and employs more than 27,000 people worldwide. The company's clients include governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Arcadis is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
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