Senior Ecologist

Position: Senior Ecologist Location: Millburn, NJ or Newburgh, NY Remote Status: Hybrid Job ID: 1428-119-NJ-2025 Number of Openings: 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Day‑to‑day direction and performance of various environmental and ecological compliance services Technical project planning for complex projects, including interactions with clients, staff, regulators, and contractors, for all phases of the project Establishing and monitoring schedules and budgets for assigned projects Providing ongoing supervision and training of junior staff; conducting preliminary research, regulatory consultations, project‑specific field studies, environmental inspections, and coordinating investigations, delineations, and monitoring Report preparation and review Occasional travel required Assisting in marketing and business development planning and implementation

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Ecological Studies, Environmental Science, or similar (required) Minimum 15 years of related experience Certified Ecologist and/or Professional Wetlands Scientist (PWS) certifications required Strong knowledge of permitting, compliance, and regulations in New York and New Jersey Proficiency in Federal Clean Water Act, Sections 404 & 10, and relevant NY regulations Experience conducting site‑specific field investigations, ecological inventories, and permitting Skilled in client interaction, team collaboration, and supervising junior staff Relevant certifications, licenses, and OSHA safety training (or willingness to obtain) preferred Ability to prepare proposals and scopes of work Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Functional computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PDF; various software and reporting systems) Ability to work independently or in a project team, in‑person or remotely Ability to meet project schedules and budgets; manage and prioritize workload across multiple projects Desire to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment Valid driver's license and personal vehicle for travel to meetings and sites

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee may occasionally lift up to 27 lbs., operate field equipment such as peristaltic sampling pumps and photoionization detectors, travel to sites in varying weather conditions, and use a motor vehicle for extended periods.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

In addition to a competitive salary, Tectonic offers: Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life Professional growth and advancement opportunities Tuition reimbursement Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal) Company-observed paid holidays Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses Commuter benefit plan for public transportation costs 401(k) retirement and profit‑sharing plan

PAY RANGE

$110,000 – $160,000 per year

EEO STATEMENT

Tectonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Tectonic participates in USCIS E‑Verify to verify employment authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC