Assistant Project Manager, Project Biologist I

2 days ago

🏄 California – Remote

Although this job is listed in California, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $75k - $90k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

👷‍♀️ Project Manager

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Montrose Environmental Group

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Environmental • Compliance • Energy

Montrose Environmental Group is a company focused on providing comprehensive environmental services and solutions to clients, including air quality monitoring, waste management, and environmental compliance. The group integrates innovative technology and skilled expertise to support businesses in navigating environmental challenges and regulatory requirements, ensuring sustainable practices in various industries.

1001 - 5000 employees

📋 Compliance

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary environmental team to provide biological and waters/wetland analysis, reporting, and compliance with environmental regulations ranging from major capital improvement projects to high-volume small-scale projects to large-scale developments • Provide CEQA and NEPA compliance and documentation, permitting under the Federal and State Endangered Species Acts, and preparing 401/404/1600 permit applications • Coordinate and provide project assignments to internal and external teams for general environmental, biological, and waters/wetland analysis, review environmental databases and documentation, develop and follow project analysis protocols, analyze potential impacts to jurisdictional waters, and develop appropriate avoidance and mitigation measures, and provide project management support. • Support project managers to oversee project compliance with environmental mitigation measures and with federal, state, and local regulations, provide clear and concise client communication, support proposal preparation, assist managing contract compliance, and adhere to deliverable schedules. • Other services that may be needed: biological surveys, nest monitoring, vegetation community surveys and analysis, restoration, wetland delineations, report preparation, construction monitoring, field team management, specialized site assessments, and other services related to compliance with regulatory requirements. • Duties may include web-based reporting, and use of ArcGIS GPS equipment for mapping identified environmental resources. • Ensure the integrity and completeness of all documents with strong QA/QC procedures • Participate in the Company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts • Maintains confidentiality at all times. • Exercises safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs. • Keeps up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops. • Performs other duties as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

• BS or MS in biology, ecology, wetland science, plant ecology, or similar field • At least 2+ years of professional experience as a biologist (or equivalent) in Southern California with experience pertaining to specialized biological or waters training and field work. • Knowledge of current environmental regulations, including FESA, CESA, CWA, CEQA, and NEPA • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record per company standards • Exposure to project management tasks - experience leading small teams, implementing quality controls, tracking large volume of data, and budget management. • Knowledge of the flora/fauna of Southern and Central California • Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines • Ability to track multiple projects in high-volume environment • Proven leadership skills: identifies problems and actively devises appropriate solutions • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills • Outgoing / team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities • Strong organizational and management skills • Ability to communicate in a group-oriented setting, establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders • Knowledge of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.) • Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40-hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class and annual 8-hour refresher class • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $90,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials, and geography • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage • 401k with a competitive 4% employer match • Progressive vacation policies, company holidays, and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance. • Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career • An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues. • Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups. • A financial assistance program that supports peers in need. • Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans