Job Description

AECOM is seeking a BIOLOGIST II to join our group of natural resource professionals and support some of the Pacific Northwest’s most exciting and important projects. The position will be based out of our Seattle, Washington office.

The work will involve a combination of office and fieldwork. This position would offer work on a variety of projects and clients, with a focus on field assessments and surveys, reporting, and permit application preparation. The position will include abundant opportunities for professional growth and career development.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Collecting and analyzing biological data to determine natural resource impacts;
• Conducting wetland delineation/wildlife/special status species surveys, reporting, and permitting;
• Monitoring of construction activities for compliance with environmental requirements and/or permits;
• Preparation of reports documenting survey/monitoring data;
• Writing technical documents and permit applications; and
• Periodic overnight/extended travel.

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 are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles. AECOM’s Sustainable Legacies program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, natural resources, wildlife, fisheries science, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in habitat assessment, biological surveys, and/or related biological studies
• Valid U.S. Driver License
• Position may require a substantial amount of fieldwork – must be able to walk long distances in rugged terrain/dense vegetation, etc.
• Travel with limited advanced notice may be required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with GIS computer programs
• Ability to identify common Pacific Northwest plant species
• A successful candidate works well with others. The candidate will conduct fieldwork and prepare technical reports while interacting with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agency staff.
• Positive attitude; adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Highly organized with a strong detail-oriented work style
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
• Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $56,000.00 - $98,000.00

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started.