Biologist & Environmental Permitting Lead

Jacobs; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Biologist & Environmental Permitting Lead to join their dynamic team in Bellevue. This role involves leading environmental projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior staff. The company values collaboration and offers a hybrid work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about ecosystem restoration. With a focus on transformative infrastructure projects, you will play a key role in securing natural resources while contributing to sustainability initiatives. If you have a strong background in environmental consulting and leadership, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Potential Bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years in environmental consulting with 5+ years in Washington State.
• Experience with local, state, and federal permitting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop environmental plans and permits.
• Mentor and manage entry-to-mid level environmental staff.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Project Management

Aquatic Resource Surveys

Team Leadership

Education

BSc in Biology

MSc in Ecology

MSc in Environmental Science

Job description

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Position Overview

Jacobs’ Bellevue office is seeking a mid- to senior-level Biologist & Environmental Permitting Lead to join our Pacific Northwest Ecosystem Restoration, Science and Planning (ERS&P) team. Our team includes biologists, environmental planners, cultural resources experts, geomorphologists, and stream restoration engineers. We support infrastructure projects mainly in Western WA, focusing on environmental compliance and resource management. Our goal is to help clients secure natural resources while delivering transformative infrastructure projects, such as fish passage, wetland mitigation, and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop environmental plans, reports, and permits.
2. Maintain communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and local government officials.
3. Support proposal preparation, client relations, and business development.
4. Mentor and manage entry-to-mid level environmental staff, fostering inclusive teams.

Work Environment & Benefits

We value collaboration and support hybrid work policies, allowing employees to work both remotely and in-office. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), stock options, paid time off, holidays, and potential bonuses.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 8+ years in environmental consulting, with 5+ years in Washington State, and 3+ years leading complex projects.
• Experience with local, state, and federal permitting (Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, SEPA, Shoreline, etc.).
• Proven ability in aquatic resource surveys and knowledge of PNW ecosystems.
• Strong team leadership and mentoring skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with various project delivery methods.
• Professional Wetland Scientist certification.
• Knowledge of construction impacts on wetlands and wildlife.
• Ability to travel for projects.
• Experience in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, or Hawai’i.

Additional Details

Salary range: $84,300 - $147,500 per year, dependent on experience and location. Jacobs offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.