Senior Biologist & Project Manager - National Field Lead

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

11 holidays

Fitness stipend

401(k) plan

Job summary

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is seeking a Senior Biologist/Project Manager to lead Natural Resources projects nationwide. The role includes field surveys such as habitat assessments, presence/absence surveys for listed species, wetland delineations, invasive species surveys, and compliance monitoring.

About 60% of the time will be spent on computer-based work to manage multiple projects, support proposals, survey reports, and management plans.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in environmental science or related discipline (required).
• Master's degree or higher (preferred).
• 3+ years as Natural Resources Project Manager (required).
• 5+ years as Natural Resources Project Manager (preferred).
• Strong technical writing and QA/QC skills for deliverables.
• Proven ability to manage teams, coordinate with agencies, and maintain client relationships.
• Familiarity with biological resources, special-status species, and permitting across multiple states.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork up to 40% of the time (travel).
• Active first aid/CPR training (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage Natural Resources scopes of work for projects of various sizes.
• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate field biologists.
• Coordinate scopes, schedules, budgets, and compliance programs with regulatory requirements.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure effective communication with stakeholders to align project goals and compliance.
• Provide guidance and technical direction during project execution.
• Direct QA/QC processes and daily/weekly/monthly/annual compliance reports.
• Maintain accountability for deliverables, timelines, and quality standards.
• Adhere to ERG safety protocols and ethics; perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is seeking a Senior Biologist/Project Manager to lead Natural Resources projects nationwide. The role includes field surveys such as habitat assessments, presence/absence surveys for listed species, wetland delineations, invasive species surveys, and compliance monitoring.

About 60% of the time will be spent on computer-based work to manage multiple projects, support proposals, survey reports, and management plans.