GEI Consultants, Inc. · 3 months ago
Biologist / Compliance Coordinator
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expGEI Consultants, Inc. is an employee-owned company focused on addressing pressing environmental issues. The Biologist / Compliance Coordinator role involves managing environmental compliance projects, preparing technical studies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure clients meet their environmental compliance needs.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Assist in managing, planning, and implementing environmental compliance projects in urban and remote areas throughout California but focused in the Sacramento Valley and Bay Area. Expected responsibilities include:
Compile, maintain, and distribute all project permits and authorizations, and required protection and mitigation measures, and prepare environmental compliance plans
Track and maintain detailed project construction schedule
Schedule, organize and/or conduct environmental and other resource awareness training programs for project construction staff
Schedule biologists and coordinate required resource-specific preconstruction surveys (e.g., for nesting birds) and specialty monitors (e.g., cultural resource specialists, qualified biologists, qualified stormwater practitioners), as well as meetings with regulatory agency monitors
Conduct routine environmental inspections of active project work areas to ensure environmental compliance, including on-site safety and compliance meetings with construction crews and/or regulatory agencies
Manage data collection, ensuring data quality, and generate weekly, monthly, and annual summary reports
Communicate regularly and clearly with project management, client, and regulatory agency staff to troubleshoot compliance issues, discuss project variances, and provide updates
Prepare technical studies, environmental documents, and permit applications, and coordination with various federal, state, and local agencies. Responsibilities may include:
Lead and/or coordinate biological resource surveys, and prepare technical reports
Prepare and process of permit applications for Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, and/or California Fish and Game 1600
Support Federal and State Endangered Species Act consultations
Prepare technical sections of CEQA/NEPA documents; and/or
Represent clients in meetings and phone calls with regulatory agencies
Actively participate in multi-disciplinary teamwork with biologists, planners, landscape architects, restoration ecologists, and engineers
Implement and reinforce safety precautions at all project work locations
Perform other duties as required and that advance your skill-set and environmental career
Qualification
Required
BA, BS, MA, or MS in Environmental Studies, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Biology, or related natural or physical sciences from an accredited college or university
At least 7 years of relevant experience. At least 5 of these years in construction monitoring and worker environmental awareness training is preferred
Knowledge and expertise in federal and State environmental regulations
Outstanding problem-solving, organization, coordination, writing, people, and verbal communication skills
Solid work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams
Strong writing skills, including experience writing biological technical studies, permit applications, and sections for CEQA/NEPA compliance documents
A writing assessment will be required, or substituted with applicable writing samples
Valid California driver's license, excellent driving record, and reliable vehicle
Physical ability to work and stand outside for long periods
Training in conducting surveys/monitoring of special-status species
Benefits
Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
Rewards and Recognition
GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
And More…
Company
GEI Consultants, Inc.
GEI Consultants, Inc. is a consulting engineering firm delivering professional services that improve our world’s built environment.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Swaminathan Srinivasan, P.E.
Chief Operating Officer
Scott Wallington
SVP/Chief Development Officer
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