Biologist *Urgently Hiring*

AECOM; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Leaves of absences

Voluntary benefits

Perks

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Authorized Special Status Species Field Biologist to support field surveys and monitoring across Central California. This remote, on-call role requires local field presence for extended periods and emphasizes compliance, reporting, and coordination on construction projects.

The successful candidate will lead protocol surveys for special-status wildlife, prepare technical reports and permit packages, and maintain project files while applying knowledge of ESA, CESA, NEPA/CEQA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology or related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in central California wildlife surveys and monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of California wildlife, including special-status species.
• Experience with protocol surveys, monitoring, trapping, and translocation for targeted species.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations (ESA, CEQA, NEPA, CESA and Clean Water Act).

Responsibilities

• Lead protocol and pre-construction surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Prepare technical reports documenting survey findings and monitoring results.
• Prepare permit application packages and other biological reports as needed.
• Organize project files and track project schedules.

Skills

Wildlife surveys

Field biology

Technical reporting

Permitting

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/ecology

Job description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

Authorized Special Status Species Field Biologist

for immediate employment in Central California, including San Cruz, Monterey, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach and Santa Maria. This is a field-based, fully remote, on-call position requiring the ability to be local on field assignments for extended periods.Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.

• Lead protocol and pre-construction surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Preparation of technical reports to document findings from surveys and monitoring.
• Preparation of other biological technical reports or permit application packages as needed.
• Organization of project files, and tracking of project schedules.

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (biology, ecology, etc.)
• 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with biological surveys and monitoring in central California.
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy
• Strong knowledge of California wildlife, including special-status and protected species, with experience conducting surveys, monitoring, handling, relocation/translocation, and compliance support for species occurring throughout Central and Central Coast California.
• Specialized expertise and/or permits for targeted species such as Quino checkerspot butterfly, Stephens’ kangaroo rat, western spadefoot, and Crotch’s bumble bee, including protocol surveys, monitoring, trapping, handling, exclusion fencing, and translocation activities.
• Central Coast California plant identification skills and familiarity with aquatic resource delineations, California Coastal Commission permitting/ESHA analysis, and transportation projects (preferred).
• Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and permitting requirements, including ESA, CESA, NEPA, CEQA, and the Clean Water Act.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 21, 2027.To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AECOM Technical Services IncBusiness Line: EnvironmentWork Location Model: RemoteOperating Group: AmericasPrimary Location: US - Santa Maria, CA - 3535 MercuryCompensation: USD 42 - USD 55 - hourly