Botany Project Lead - Regulatory & Field Expert (Hybrid)

SWCA, Incorporated

Monterey (CA)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Hybrid work from Half Moon Bay office

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Half Moon Bay, CA seeks a Project Botanist to support our Natural Resources Program across the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey, and Northern California, focusing on botanical resources, permitting, and regulatory support. You will conduct botanical assessments and assist with permitting documentation as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will have botanical field experience, report writing, and collaboration with project managers and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
4 years of professional botanical surveys and fieldwork.
Experience with rare plant surveys and taxonomic methods.
Understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
Ability to carry field equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and hike.

Responsibilities

Direct and participate in collection, management, and summarization of field data for projects.
Perform data analysis with GIS/Statistics teams and support monitoring in the field.
Prepare technical resource reports and collaboratively ensure quality of deliverables.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
Develop strategies to minimize project impacts and ensure regulatory compliance.