Biologist III

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise, and digital solutions in transportation, buildings, water, the environment, and new energy. We’re a global team of 47,000 driven by a shared purpose to deliver a better world. Here, you will have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. We offer flexible work options, whether from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, in a dynamic environment that values integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset. We foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion — a safe, respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves, leveraging their unique talents and backgrounds to create transformational outcomes. We support your growth through professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. Leadership is encouraged at all levels, enabling you to make a lasting impact on projects, teams, and our business. We offer competitive pay, benefits, well-being programs, and resources to advance your career. Join us to connect and collaborate with a global network of experts — planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, project managers, and construction managers — leading the change toward a sustainable and equitable future. Let’s get started. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Performing assignments requiring interpretation and application of federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Assisting with wildlife and botanical surveys, including vegetation mapping, under supervision. Wetland delineations. Authoring and preparing technical reports. Environmental compliance monitoring, coordinating with project teams, and conducting worker environmental awareness programs. Data collection, entry, interpretation, and analysis. Willingness to work out of town occasionally. Performing other related duties such as team coordination and scheduling. Additional opportunities for skills development: Preparing biological resources sections of CEQA and NEPA documents. Implementing mitigation, restoration, and monitoring plans. Handling sensitive species permits. Wetlands permitting. Tree inventories and arborist surveys. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 1-2+ years of experience for entry level, 5+ for mid-level. Training in relevant biological disciplines. Knowledge of California flora and fauna. Ability to map vegetation and identify habitats. Familiarity with environmental regulations and permitting. Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills. Willingness to perform extensive fieldwork in challenging conditions. Preferred Skills/Experience: Strong field skills and endangered species experience. Wetland delineation experience. Experience with construction crews and GIS software. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree plus 4 years of related experience or equivalent. Willingness to work out of town and on weekends. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Join us and help create a sustainable, equitable future. #J-18808-Ljbffr AECOM