Senior Biologist

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 74,200 - 146,900; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a full‑time Biologist in the North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, working across UT, CO, ID, MT, WY, OR, and WA. This role requires independent field work and teamwork, with emphasis on avian, wildlife, vegetation, and wetland surveys.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology or related field, 5+ years of consulting experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology or related field.
• 5+ years of consulting experience, ideally with linear corridor projects.
• Familiarity with USFWS, BLM, USFS, and state survey requirements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in remote conditions and independently or as part of a survey team.

Responsibilities

• Support and help build the environmental project team working on transmission lines, fire hardening, renewable energy, pipelines, transportation projects and permitting services.
• Support biological field survey efforts across the North Mountain Region (MT, WY, CO, UT, ID, OR), including surveys for rare plants and endangered species.
• Assist with wetland and biological surveys, permitting, and documentation.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies during field work.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Excellent written and oral comms

Attention to detail

Remote field work ability

Willingness to travel

Valid driver’s license

Education

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

Job description

Job Description

WSP is seeking a full‑time Biologist for our Earth and Environment Sector – North Mountain Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting group, working out of the North Mountain region (Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Oregon, and Washington). The role requires a detail‑oriented candidate with demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team. Successful completion of botanical and wildlife surveys and support of wetland inventories is desired. The candidate must manage biological field surveys (avian, wildlife, vegetation, wetland/waterway, sensitive species, and T&E species) and communicate effectively, especially while field work is ongoing.

Your Impact

• Support and help build the environmental project team working on transmission lines, fire hardening, renewable energy, oil and gas pipelines, transportation projects, environmental surveys, NEPA analyses, and permitting services.
• Support biological field survey efforts throughout the North Mountain Region, including Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, and Oregon, covering surveys for rare plants and threatened, endangered, and sensitive wildlife species.
• Assist with wetland and biological surveys, permitting, and documentation.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making by adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or other related field.
• Five (5)+ years prior consulting experience, ideally with linear corridor projects (pipelines and/or electric 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.
• Ability to work in remote conditions and independently or as part of a survey team as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel periodically throughout the region, including the United States.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Northwest permitting experience – e.g., northern spotted owl, marbles murrelet, anadromous fish.
• Experience in construction compliance monitoring.
• Experience writing and managing the preparation of technical reports or permit applications.
• Experience organizing and managing complex field survey efforts for transmission line, pipeline, or renewable energy projects.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $74,200 – $146,900.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $83,600 – $137,900.