Insignia Environmental · California · posted 78 days ago
Position Details Insignia is seeking an experienced Lead Biologist to join our team. The Lead Biologist will perform and lead biological fieldwork, coordinate field surveys, conduct biological research and impact assessments, evaluate biological and aquatic resource permitting requirements, and prepare technical reports and permit applications. The position will also support environmental compliance during construction through biological monitoring and environmental inspection. In addition, the Lead Biologist will independently manage tasks on smaller projects and support larger, more complex projects with senior oversight. The balance between field- and office-based responsibilities will vary based on project needs, workload, and seasonal demands. During peak field seasons, travel and fieldwork may account for approximately 40 to 70 percent of the position. During non-peak periods, responsibilities will typically be more desktop-focused, including technical report preparation and review, desktop analysis, project coordination and management, client communication, and field planning. These allocations are estimates and may vary based on project assignments and operational needs. Job Description • Lead biological field surveys, including rare plant surveys, biological assessments, special-status species surveys, vegetation mapping, and wetland delineations. • Conduct biological monitoring and environmental compliance inspections during construction, including monitoring for sensitive species, compliance with permit conditions, and associated reporting. • Prepare biological documents, including special-status survey reports, biological resources technical reports, and biological resources sections of California Environmental Quality Act/National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) documents. • Prepare resource agency permit applications, including Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, Clean Water Act Section 404 and Section 401 permits, and Endangered Species Act Section 7 and Section 10 documents. • With guidance from Senior Biologists, direct, oversee, and review others’ work the work of other Insignia staff and support preparation of client-ready deliverables. • Manage assigned work within project scope, schedule, and budget. • Assist with preparation of scopes of work and cost estimates for project proposals. Requirements • Bachelor of Science degree in biology, botany, ecology, or a related science. • At least 5 years of professional biological experience, with demonstrated technical expertise in one or more areas of field biology, such as botany, wildlife biology, wetland biology, or related biological resources. • At least 3 years of environmental consulting experience is strongly preferred. • At least 3 years of experience leading biological field efforts, including survey planning, staffing and scheduling, field logistics, safety, client coordination, survey requirements and triggers, and execution of work within project scope. • Demonstrated experience conducting and leading biological surveys, including rare plant surveys and vegetation mapping. Wetland delineation experience is strongly preferred. • At least 3 years of technical writing experience preparing biological documents, including special-status species survey reports, biological resources technical reports, and biological resources sections of CEQA/NEPA documents. • Experience supporting environmental compliance on major California utility infrastructure projects and working knowledge of applicable federal and state environmental regulations. • Experience preparing resource agency permit applications, including Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, Clean Water Act Section 404 and Section 401 permits, and Endangered Species Act Section 7 and Section 10 documents, is strongly preferred. • Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client coordination. • Excellent technical writing, editing, communication, and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail. Other • Valid driver’s license and good driving record. • Willingness and ability to travel when needed. • Willingness and ability to work fluctuating and/or long hours as necessary. • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. • While prioritizing health and safety, this position requires an individual who is able to walk and hike through varying degrees of difficult terrain. Individuals may also be required to perform their job responsibilities in inclement weather conditions.
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