Ecology Practice Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological and environmental projects from proposal development through project completion
• Manage day-to-day office operations and support regional ecological initiatives
• Direct wetland delineations, habitat assessments, ecological surveys, restoration projects, and environmental permitting efforts
• Lead preparation and review of technical reports, work plans, permitting documents, and environmental studies
• Provide technical expertise related to NEPA, Clean Water Act permitting, threatened and endangered species, and other environmental regulations
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level environmental staff
• Cook up coordination with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, planners, scientists, and regulatory agencies
• Serve as a primary client contact and trusted advisor
• Support business development efforts through client relationship management, proposal preparation, and strategic growth initiatives
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resources, Soil Science, Geology, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in ecological consulting, natural resources, environmental permitting, or related disciplines
• Extensive experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, including federal and state environmental regulations
• Strong knowledge of wetlands, aquatic resources, habitat assessments, and ecological restoration practices
• Experience managing complex environmental projects, budgets, and project teams
• Demonstrated success leading staff and mentoring technical professionals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience preparing technical reports, proposals, work plans, and permitting documentation
• Valid driver's license and willingness to support occasional fieldwork as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, energy, utility, or land development projects
• Knowledge of NEPA, ESA, Section 401/404 permitting, wetland delineations, FERC-related projects, and ecological restoration programs
• Experience with mitigation banking, stream restoration, wetland restoration, or related ecological programs
• Existing client relationships and a demonstrated track record of business development success
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification or willingness to maintain required training

Pay

Competitive compensation: $100,000 - $180,000 base salary + bonus potential

Schedule

Hybrid flexibility available