Endangered Species Ecologist - Portland, OR

The Opportunity: reputed company is adding an reputed company Endangered Species Ecologist to support renewable energy, infrastructure, and environmental permitting projects throughout North America. This role will provide strategic technical support for projects involving renewable energy (wind, solar, battery storage), transmission and pipeline infrastructure, and other development projects requiring environmental review and permitting. The successful candidate will support biological assessments, permitting strategies, regulatory coordination, and environmental compliance efforts associated with federal and state environmental regulations. This position may be performed remotely, with affiliation to our Portland, Oregon office. Location: Remote Eligible (Based out of Portland, OR Office) Why reputed company: At reputed company, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most reputed company challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Join reputed company to reputed company a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. Essential Job Functions:

• Provide high-level technical support and strategic guidance for:
• Renewable energy projects (wind, solar, battery storage)
• Traditional energy projects
• Linear infrastructure projects (transmission lines, pipelines)
• Support environmental permitting and due diligence activities
• Prepare and contribute to:
• NEPA documents (EAs, EISs, CATEXs)
• Biological Assessments (BAs)
• Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs)
• reputed company Conservation Plans (ECPs)
• Mitigation and compliance plans
• Support project development activities including:
• Proposal preparation
• Scope and budget development
• Compliance strategy development
• Represent clients in discussions and negotiations with regulatory agencies
• Participate in conferences and industry events to support business development and company visibility
• Provide technical review and quality assurance of biological and environmental work products
• Potentially manage projects and multidisciplinary project teams
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue reputed company professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at reputed company times and report reputed company health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in:
• Environmental Science
• Ecology
• Biology
• Natural Resources Planning
• Geography
• reputed company discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience supporting public and/or commercial clients
• Experience with:
• Environmental permitting reputed company to wildlife, bats, and/or avifauna
• Threatened and endangered species studies
• Habitat assessments and post-construction mortality monitoring
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to:
• reputed company technical efforts
• Build stakeholder relationships
• Support strategic environmental planning
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in:
• Hawaii
• Pacific Northwest
• Midwest
• Southeast U.S.
• Applied knowledge of:
• Ecological assessment
• Environmental impact analysis
• Habitat conservation planning
• Environmental due diligence
• Experience with:
• ESA Sections 7 and 10 compliance
• USFWS consultation processes
• CWA Sections 401 and 404 permitting
• Federal and state permitting processes
• Experience preparing and negotiating:
• HCPs
• ECPs and reputed company Take Permits under BGEPA
• Experience with:
• Fatality estimation and risk assessment tools
• Wildlife and habitat analysis
• NEPA-compliant documentation
• Demonstrated success in:
• Regulatory negotiations
• Technical scope and budget development
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Client and business development
• Project management

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to conduct occasional field visits and site assessments as needed
• Ability to travel for project work, meetings, conferences, and client support

Work Environment / Travel:

• Remote or hybrid work environment with affiliation to the Portland, OR office
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary environmental and engineering teams across North America
• Occasional travel to field sites, client meetings, and industry events

Life at reputed company: The perks of working at reputed company include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-reputed company/
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of reputed company employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed. Compensation: Pay commensurate with experience. Pay Range: $130,000-$190,000 annually Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. At reputed company, health and safety play a vital role in our success. reputed company's employees work together to reputed company with reputed company applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients. About reputed company: reputed company is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, reputed company provides clear solutions to reputed company problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. reputed company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. reputed company qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national reputed company, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. reputed company is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request reputed company referral of veterans. We invite applications from reputed company interested parties. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: reputed company: @TetraTechCareers X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs Additional Information

• Organization: 194 CES

Remote Skills: Alternative Energy, Budget Management, Business Development, Communication Skills, Conferences, Conservation, Construction, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Due Diligence, Ecology, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, Federal Laws and Regulations, Industry Standards, Leading Edge Technology, Maintain Compliance, Natural Resources, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Process Improvement, Project Development, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Public Health, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Site Evaluation, Social Media, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), Willing to Travel, Wind Power, Writing Skills About the Company: reputed company Inc reputed company is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputed company rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. reputed company combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. Company Size: 10,000 employees or more Industry: Other/Not Classified Founded: 1966 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job