Senior Wetland Biologist/Ecologist

**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** **AECOM** is seeking an experienced **Senior Wetland Biologist/Ecologist** to join our Natural Resources team. This is an on-call, project-based role that can be based out of one of the following AECOM locations: Denver or Fort Collins, Colorado, Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona or Salt Lake City, Utah. The successful applicant will be responsible for projects that involve biological resources inventories and impact analysis; innovative mitigation and conservation planning; multi-disciplinary teamwork with biologists, planners, landscape architects, and restoration ecologists; and creative integration of natural resource analysis and project design. **The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, those listed below:** + Perform assignments requiring interpretation and application of federal, State, and local environmental regulations. + Lead wildlife and/or botanical surveys, including vegetation and habitat mapping, + Conduct wetland delineations utilizing the 1987 USACE Wetland Delineation Manual and applicable regional supplements. + Conduct stream assessments utilizing the Colorado Stream Quantification Tool (CSQT), + Prepare aquatic resources delineation reports. + Compile USACE CWA Sec. 404 permits, calculate wetland/stream mitigation requirements and coordinate with Mitigation Bank Sponsors. + Preparing and implementing mitigation, restoration, and monitoring plans. + Coordinate with USACE Regulatory Staff and culture positive relationships. + Special-status species permitting (e.g., ESA Section 7 biological assessments; Section 2080 Take permits). + Utilize electronic data collection methods (including GPS), manage, interpret and analyze data, as needed. + Support business development efforts. + Work under the supervision of a senior project manager or senior-level team member. + Work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and a problem solver. + Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and budget. + Conduct senior review of technical reports prepared by others. + Perform other related duties assigned, such as coordination with team members, scheduling of work, etc. **Additional work or opportunities for skills development may include:** + Project management training and certification + Mentoring and training junior staff + Staffing field assignments **About AECOM's Environment Business Line** Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative. AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world's most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems. **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in biology or related field. + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/ or education in biological natural resources/project management with a focus on conducting wetland delineations. + Applicant must be available and willing to work out of town as needed on a project basis. + Valid Driver's license required for this role. **Preferred Skills/Experience:** + 8+ years of natural resources experience. + Experience conducting wetland delineations, writing aquatic resources delineation reports, and conducting Clean Water Act Section 401/404 permitting. + Training in relevant biological disciplines (e.g., wildlife, botany, wetland ecology, fisheries, herpetology, or entomology) + Experience as a Project Manager on projects involving construction monitoring, habitat assessments, and wildlife and botanical surveys. + Experience in a client-facing role. + Technical biological writing experience and NEPA analysis. + Working knowledge of special-status plants and wildlife in Rocky Mountain region and associated state and federal environmental protections. + Endangered species survey/handling experience. + Experience as a technical reviewer of biological resources reports. + Experience in developing project scopes and estimating project costs. + Positive attitude and adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment. + Experience working with construction crews and field engineers. + Knowledge of GIS software and GPS equipment. + Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Collector, or other computer programs to enter, summarize, and analyze data. **Additional Information** + Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required. Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $45.00/hour - $60.00/hour. **About AECOM** AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. **What makes AECOM a great place to work** You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **ReqID:** J10128131 **Business Line:** Environment **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Science **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc