Staff Biologist (On Call)

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Your Opportunity

Stantec is hiring an On Call Project Biologist to support our Environmental Services Practice. You will primarily support a high-volume environmental services program for a large utility client, with potential to support additional clients based on need/availability. The successful candidate will support field surveys, compliance monitoring, and technical support services in relation to biological/wetland resources. You will also coordinate with the team, task leads, program managers, and clients to support multiple tasks and subprograms. While the primary focus will be on biological/wetland resources, this position offers the selected individual the ability to apply their technical experience to a diverse range of projects and clients across California, as well as professional development opportunities within an established and rapidly growing consulting organization.

Location: This role is based out of our Southern California Stantec offices, including [San Bernardino, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Pasadena CA; Santa Barbara, CA; Ventura, CA; Monrovia, CA.] however, geographic alignment with other Stantec offices can be considered based on experience. Stantec offers flexible work locations (including working from home), flexible work hours, and a robust compensation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Independently conduct field work such as breeding bird surveys, vegetation community assessments, wetland delineation and classification, special-status species surveys, and construction monitoring, including the preparation of parts of or all associated reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports (e.g., biological resources, technical reports, jurisdictional delineation reports, monitoring reports, etc.).
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of existing and emerging regulatory requirements, wildlife and vegetation assessment methodologies, and best practices.
• Travel is required within southern California.
• Develop a working understanding of Stantec’s other consulting practice areas and actively support cross-selling other services to existing clients.
• Regular day travel (field work) will be required within Southern California.   

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• 1 year of biological monitoring, surveying, reporting, or natural resource permitting experience in Southern California.  
• Ability to travel in support of field surveys and/or biological monitoring.
• Knowledge and familiarity with field implementation, data gathering, and collection using GPS and GIS tools.
• Familiarity with flora and fauna of Southern California
• Possess skills in communications and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia.
• Strong attention to detail, and excellent coordination and communication skills.
• This role requires effective in person, tele/video conference, and written communication with team members.  
• Adept at handling complex and challenging interactions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team-oriented setting.
• Demonstrate good judgement as to when to elevate potential issues to team leads/managers.
• Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.), and Google Earth.
• Ability to learn new software systems (training will be provided).
• Willingness to work outside of typical business hours when needed.
• Candidates must pass client background checks to access online systems (upon employment).
• Comply with all Stantec and client policies including those related to safety, anti-harassment, and drug use.
• Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
• A medical physical and/or drug and alcohol screening may be required for some project assignments.
• Knowledge of or experience working with a diverse set of project types including energy, transportation, environmental infrastructure, oil and gas, and water is an asset.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in biology, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. Minimum 1 year of related experience in Southern California, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.  

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties; responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec 
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. 

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