Field Botanist/Ecologist — Renewables Projects

Westwood-Professional-Services; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Botanist/Ecologist to join our Renewables team. The Botanist/Ecologist will assist with field surveys, reports, and Vegetation Management Plans, including pre- and post-construction work and coordination with clients and site managers.

The role requires strong plant ID skills, map-reading ability, and the willingness to develop environmental consulting knowledge within project lifecycles. Travel to project sites nationwide is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plant Biology, Botany, or a related field.
• 0–5 years of experience.
• Ability to identify plants using dichotomous keys and field guides.
• Experience with field surveys and reports for renewables projects.
• Proficient in map reading and GIS data collection.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-construction and post-construction vegetation surveys.
• Develop site-specific vegetation management plans meeting local ordinances.
• Conduct stormwater inspections and assist with regulatory communications.
• Author reports and client communications; maintain clear site notes.
• Coordinate activities with clients, site managers, and field technicians.
• Oversee assignment of tasks to Technicians/Interns and provide direction.

Skills

Plant identification

Map reading

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Plant Biology, Botany, or related field

Tools

GIS software

ArcMap

Field Maps

MS Office

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Botanist/Ecologist to join our Renewables team. The Botanist/Ecologist will assist with field surveys, reports, and Vegetation Management Plans, including pre- and post-construction work and coordination with clients and site managers.

The role requires strong plant ID skills, map-reading ability, and the willingness to develop environmental consulting knowledge within project lifecycles. Travel to project sites nationwide is expected.