Senior Biologist

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Senior Biologist or Scientist to join a collaborative team and conduct wetland delineations, rare plant surveys, wildlife surveys, restoration monitoring, and field data collection.

This role provides cross-regional collaboration across North America on contaminated site assessment and remediation, supported by a strong project pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife, botany, ecology, environmental science, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of biological field experience.
• Knowledge of NEPA, CEQR, and ESA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant and wildlife surveys for habitat assessments and special-status species.
• Support wetland delineations and jurisdictional determinations using current protocols.
• Provide biological monitoring for construction projects and restoration efforts.
• Prepare field reports and data analyses on investigations.
• Contribute to stormwater monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across regions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife, botany, ecology, environmental science or related field

Tools

GPS field devices

ArcPad/Collector

Job description

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Biologist or Scientist to join its collaborative team in Syracuse, NY. The individual will provide wetland delineations, rare plant surveys, wildlife surveys, restoration monitoring, field data collection, construction site monitoring, and reporting. This role offers cross‑collaboration across North American regions within a rapidly growing team with a strong project pipeline in contaminated site assessment and remediation.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with plant and wildlife surveys for habitat assessments, special‑status species, and other project requirements.
• Assist with wetland delineations, jurisdictional determinations, and other aquatic resource surveys using current agency protocols and regionally specific methods.
• Provide biological monitoring and oversight for construction projects, restoration implementation, and maintenance.
• Research regionally sensitive natural resources, survey requirements, and reporting needs.
• Assist with development of environmental permitting packages using field data.
• Prepare reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.
• Perform stormwater monitoring and reporting.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife, botany, ecology, environmental science or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of biological work experience; field experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations including NEPA, CEQR, and ESA.
• Experience with federal and state protected species.
• Experience using GPS units in the field with ArcPad, Collector, Survey123 a plus.
• Experience with local sensitive species is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

Langan provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, paid pregnancy disability leave, 401(k)/Roth with company match, paid time off including parental and military leave, employee referral and professional license bonuses, and educational reimbursement. Additional programs include employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs, and more.

Pay Range

$76,000—$110,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

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