Desert Southwest Field Biologist & Environmental Planner

WSP Global Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Albuquerque, NM or El Paso, TX seeks an On-Call Field Biologist / Environmental Planner to support environmental planning, field surveys, permitting, and compliance across the Desert Southwest.

Travel up to 80% for 2–6 day field assignments, with duties spanning report writing, data collection, and regulatory coordination. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of experience in environmental planning, with proficiency in ArcGIS and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Planning, Ecology, Biological Science (Botany, Wildlife Biology, etc.), Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of environmental planning field experience, including environmental field surveys for plants and animals, permitting and impact assessments.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills; knowledge of environmental laws and permitting practices.
• Proficiency identifying Desert Southwest flora and fauna; familiarity with NEPA, ESA, CWA rules.
• Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS) and MS Office.
• Willingness and ability to travel (up to 80%), including remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological field surveys, habitat assessments, and environmental data collection under supervision.
• Identify plants, wildlife, and sensitive habitats of the Desert Southwest.
• Support surveys for endangered plants and avian species.
• Assist with environmental planning, permitting, impact assessments, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare survey reports, technical memoranda, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate field activities with project managers, specialists, and agencies.
• Maintain field notes, photos, GIS data, and project files.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Plant and wildlife identification

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Albuquerque, NM or El Paso, TX seeks an On-Call Field Biologist / Environmental Planner to support environmental planning, field surveys, permitting, and compliance across the Desert Southwest.

Travel up to 80% for 2–6 day field assignments, with duties spanning report writing, data collection, and regulatory coordination. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of experience in environmental planning, with proficiency in ArcGIS and MS Office.