Senior Biologist: Field Leader for CEQA/Permits

Epdsolutions; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

EPD Solutions is seeking a Senior Biologist in Irvine, CA to lead field surveys, habitat assessments, and CEQA/NEPA support. You will mentor junior biologists and ensure high-quality technical reports that meet regulatory expectations.

In a field-based hybrid role, you’ll oversee wetland delineations, jurisdictional surveys, and permit applications with agencies such as CDFW, USFWS, USACE, and RWQCB. Strong GIS, writing, and project-coordination skills are essential to deliver multiple projects

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of biological consulting experience.
• Hands-on experience conducting biological surveys, jurisdictional/wetland delineations, monitoring, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations, with experience obtaining and negotiating agency permits.
• Proficiency with GIS/mapping tools; strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor biologists.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver multiple projects on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey efforts in the field.
• Oversee preparation of constraints analyses, biological technical reports, and CEQA impact assessments.
• Develop impact analyses, mitigation measures, and monitoring requirements for CEQA documents.
• Coordinate with regulatory agency staff and oversee supporting technical content for permitting.
• Coordinate scope, schedule, and deliverables with clients, project managers, and environmental planners.
• Mentor junior staff in the field on safety, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Biological surveys

Regulatory compliance

GIS mapping

Technical writing

Leadership mentoring

Project coordination

Education

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

Tools

GIS/mapping tools

Job description

EPD Solutions is seeking a Senior Biologist in Irvine, CA to lead field surveys, habitat assessments, and CEQA/NEPA support. You will mentor junior biologists and ensure high-quality technical reports that meet regulatory expectations.

In a field-based hybrid role, you’ll oversee wetland delineations, jurisdictional surveys, and permit applications with agencies such as CDFW, USFWS, USACE, and RWQCB. Strong GIS, writing, and project-coordination skills are essential to deliver multiple projects