Consulting Associate, Scientist – Vegetation Management Field Specialist

Ready to Launch Your Environmental Career?

If you're passionate about protecting ecosystems and want hands-on experience in the field, this is your chance to make an impact. Join ERM as a Consulting Associate, Scientist – Vegetation Management Field Specialist and help shape sustainable solutions for power and infrastructure projects across Northern and Central California.

Why This Role Matters

As part of ERM's dynamic team, you'll play a critical role in ensuring environmental compliance and stewardship on large-scale projects. Your work will directly support safe, sustainable energy delivery while protecting sensitive habitats and species.

What Your Impact Is

• Conduct vegetation assessments and biological surveys to safeguard ecosystems.

• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

• Build positive relationships with landowners and stakeholders while coordinating property access.

• Provide accurate field data and reports that guide project decisions and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with crews and contractors to implement best practices for erosion control and habitat protection.

What You'll Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, or related field. Or equivalent experience.

• Recent graduate to 4 years of experience in biological or environmental consulting.

• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with GIS tools.

• Ability to work independently in varied outdoor conditions, including remote locations and challenging terrain.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related discipline.

• Certifications such as HAZWOPER, CPR/First Aid, or biological field methods.

• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, and Clean Water Act compliance.

• Knowledge of GPS units, tablets, and mobile data collection applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform vegetation assessments and environmental compliance monitoring.

• Conduct biological surveys (avian, rare plants, aquatic species).

• Identify riparian zones and flag sensitive areas for protection.

• Communicate project details to landowners and document preferences for vegetation management.

• Utilize GIS platforms and GPS tools for accurate mapping and reporting.

• Prepare detailed compliance documentation for state and federal permitting programs.

• Coordinate with tree-trimming crews, inspectors, and contractors to align schedules.

• Apply best management practices for erosion and sediment control during construction.

For the Consulting Associate, Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $61,299–$75,562 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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