Field Biologist: Wildlife, Wetlands & Permits

WSP in the U.S.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a full-time Biologist for our Earth and Environment Sector – North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, serving the North Mountain region across MT, WY, CO, UT, ID, OR, and WA. The role demands independent work and teamwork, with a history of botanical and wildlife surveys and wetland inventories preferred.

The ideal candidate will conduct and manage biological field surveys across avian, wildlife, vegetation, wetlands, and sensitive species,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or other related field.
• 3–5 years of prior consulting work, ideally with linear corridor projects (pipelines/transmission).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with USFWS, BLM, USFS, and state-agency survey requirements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and professionalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Substantial biological field survey knowledge.
• Must be able to work in remote conditions and independently or in a survey team.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willing and able to travel regionally and potentially across the U.S.
• Proven track record of workplace safety and policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support and help build the environmental project team on transmission lines, fire hardening, renewable energy, pipelines, transportation projects, surveys, NEPA analyses and permitting services.
• Conduct biological field surveys across the North Mountain Region (Montana/Wyoming/Colorado/Utah/Idaho/Oregon).
• Survey for rare plants and threatened, endangered, and sensitive wildlife species.
• Assist with wetland and biological surveys, permitting, and documentation.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology/Environmental Science/Ecology

Job description

WSP is seeking a full-time Biologist for our Earth and Environment Sector – North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, serving the North Mountain region across MT, WY, CO, UT, ID, OR, and WA. The role demands independent work and teamwork, with a history of botanical and wildlife surveys and wetland inventories preferred.

The ideal candidate will conduct and manage biological field surveys across avian, wildlife, vegetation, wetlands, and sensitive species,