Biologist Project Manager at Montrose Environmental Group Inc. in Oakland, California

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU



Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Biologist Project Manager!


Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.


We have over 100 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3,500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.



A DAY IN THE LIFE



Our Biologist Project Manager (Senior Biologist) position is located in Oakland, CA, but the ideal candidate will be based out of San Luis Obispo County with a remote work arrangement.


As a key member of the team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Serve as project manager for regulatory permitting and CEQA projects.


• Oversee and manage technical studies in support of the permitting and CEQA process.


• Lead developing regulatory permit applications and coordinating with regulatory agencies to obtain authorizations.


• Work together with Montrose Principals to develop work proposals.


• Interact with range of clients to help solve their environmental compliance needs.


• Build capacity in Montrose's northern California team to support stream and watershed management and restoration projects.


• Mentor junior staff.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS



To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in a Science, Environmental, Engineering related field.


• Master's degree preferred but not required.


• 5+ years of experience managing projects.


• CEQA/NEPA knowledge required.


• Knowledge and experience with regulatory permitting in CA is required.


• Ability to collaborate and develop relationships and teams across an organization.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at once in a fast-paced work environment.


• Work requires report development, analysis, and writing.


• Strong analytical, communication, writing, & organizational skills.


• Proven abilities in project management, cost estimating, and technical writing.


• Experience successfully achieving deadlines and aggressive schedules set by the client.


• Ability to work independently, be resourceful, ask thoughtful questions, follow specific directions, take initiative, & be a team player.


• Work very well under pressure.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU



As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $130,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.


• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.


• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.


• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges.


• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues.


• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.


• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.


• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.


• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.



MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER



We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.


The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients' biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.


Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.



Want to know more about how we can help you take your career to the next level? Visit us at http://www.montrose-env.com/!


Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Apply Now