Entry-Level Biologist
Found in: Talent US 2 C2 - 7 days ago
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – over 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Biologist to be based in our Austin, TX or Dallas, TX or Houston, TX offices. This position will support our Impact, Assessment & Permitting team within our Environment business line.
This position is expected to begin January 2023 (or sooner upon availability).
Job Overview:
The Entry-Level Biologist will support our Environmental Permitting and Planning (EPP) group within our Environment business line and will work closely with the AECOM team of biologists and environmental professionals to support environmental projects throughout the country. Currently AECOM prepares environmental impact assessment for surface, air, and marine transportation, transit, water, power, oil and gas, and land development projects.
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
- Conducts wildlife and wetland habitat assessment surveys, including nesting bird and vegetation surveys.
- May support preparation of environmental permit application materials and agency notification packages.
- Communicates and coordinates effectively with all members of the project team.
- Lead field teams extensive work in outdoor settings, performing various natural resources surveys across the country.
- Preparation of technical reports supporting impact assessments, wetland delineations, endangered species surveys, habitat assessments.
- Assistant Project Manager duties including tracking budgets, managing schedules, monitoring milestones, and managing clients.
- Proposes appropriate analytical methods and techniques. Assists in providing advice and consulting services within scope of scientific knowledge.
- Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or other Natural Resources field.
- A Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
- Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Relevant experience in biology and natural resources.
Ability to conduct work year-round in adverse climate and field conditions.
Experienced working outside conducting field surveys and monitoring of construction sites.
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
Strong communication skills leading inter-disciplinary teams.
Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Has a positive attitude and is adaptable to change in a fast-paced work environment.
Highly organized with a strong detail-oriented work style.
Working knowledge of special-status wildlife species and rare plant survey protocols.
Experience preparing and/or implementing permits issued by the US Fish and Wildlife Service, US Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and/or National Marine Fisheries Services.
Has connections with clients that will be beneficial to business development.
Additional Information:
Relocation is not available for this position.
Travel is required for this position.
Candidates will be asked to submit to a Motor Vehicle Record screening upon hire.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
