On-Call Field Biologist & Environmental Planner

WSP Global Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role requires a bachelor's degree in environmental fields, 3–5 years of related experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% for field assignments lasting 2 to 6 days. Familiarity with NEPA and regulatory frameworks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Ecology, Biological Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in environmental planning field with surveys, permitting, and impact assessments.
• Able to work schedules extending beyond a typical workweek and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological field surveys, habitat assessments, and environmental data collection.
• Identify plants, wildlife, and sensitive habitats of the Desert Southwest.
• Support surveys for special-status species and permitting activities.
• Prepare technical memoranda, survey reports, and environmental documentation.
• Coordinate field activities with managers, specialists, subs, and agencies.
• Maintain field notes, photos, GIS data, and project files per QA requirements.
• Travel to field sites, up to 80% travel, often 2–6 day assignments.

Skills

Field surveys

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning / Ecology / Natural Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Job description

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

The role requires a bachelor's degree in environmental fields, 3–5 years of related experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% for field assignments lasting 2 to 6 days. Familiarity with NEPA and regulatory frameworks is preferred.