Senior Biologist - Regulatory Permitting

ICF; Texas; À distance; USD 81 000 - 139 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Charitable donation matching

Career development opportunities

Résumé du poste

ICF is seeking a Senior Biologist and Permitting Expert to lead regulatory permitting work for projects across Texas and nearby states. You will guide technical approaches under the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, NEPA and related laws while overseeing field studies and environmental analyses.

The role emphasizes senior-level writing, client collaboration, and team leadership. Travel 10–30% is typical, with remote work options and strong emphasis on integrity and delivering compliant,

Qualifications

• Senior-level expert to support complex projects involving CWA, ESA, NHPA and other laws.
• Strong regulatory writing and coordination with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in environmental permitting in Texas.

Responsabilités

• Lead interdisciplinary teams delivering studies, analyses, and permitting tasks.
• Provide senior-level writing to support projects under federal and state regulations.
• Collaborate with clients and industry experts to develop compliant solutions.
• Travel to client sites in Texas as needed (typical 10–30%).

Connaissances

Regulatory permitting

Technical writing

Project leadership

Client engagement

Regulatory insight

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Policy and Planning or related field

Master’s degree in applicable fields

Description du poste

Senior Biologist, Regulatory Permitting (Permitting / CWA / ESA / NEPA) Remote – Texas or nearby states

Travel: typical range 10–30%

ICF is seeking a motivated and growth-focused Senior Biologist and Permitting Expert to provide strategic and expert guidance on technical approach and permitting solutions for clients across Texas and the U.You might be at an engineering firm with a culture built around licensed engineers. At ICF you are our raison d'être , a team of environmental experts prizing scientific rigor, regulatory insight, work-life balance, and a commitment to integrity. Or you might be at a government agency craving the fast pace of consulting. You will enjoy the diversity of work, entrepreneurial opportunities, and mission of building a more prosperous and resilient world. Lead interdisciplinary teams in delivering technical field studies, analyses, and regulatory and permitting tasks, to help our clients get projects built fast and right

• Provide senior-level expertise and writing to support complex projects involving the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and other federal and state laws
• Collaborate with clients and industry experts—developers, engineers, planners, biologists, and technologists—to develop innovative solutions to achieve project compliance

• ~ Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, Environmental Sciences, Biology/Ecology/Marine Sciences, or related fields
• ~10+ years of experience in environmental consulting or applicable fields (industry, government, academia)
• ~ Experience developing, managing, and delivering environmental planning/permitting projects
• ~ Experience with environmental consulting practices, regulations, and species in Texas
• Master’s degree in applicable fields (noted above)
• ~ Excellent oral and written communication skills, including strong technical writing skills and ability to lead sections of projects, proposals, and QA/QC deliverables and provide feedback to staff
• ~ Ability to travel to clients or projects in Texas in reasonable time and cost (e.g., you live in Texas or a nearby state, or near a major airport with easy access to major Texas hubs)
• ~ Business mindset with an eye toward client engagement and financial growth

Our team values scientific rigor, respectful collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and productive creativity. Welcome you warmly to our team and value your knowledge and expertise as an environmental professional

• ~ Seek to provide you with diverse experiences including new project types, peers, clients, and geographies
• ~ Offer flexible work arrangements and support work-life balance to the maximum extent possible within the constraints of the role
• ~ Connect you with other leaders and technical experts in Texas and across ICF to share innovative ideas, provide expert solutions, and to help you learn and grow
• ~ Support career development to sharpen your business and project management skills, hone your expertise, and accelerate your growth
• ~ Invest in you with generous programs, such as health coverage, tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and charitable donation matching
• ~ Strong opportunities for growth into local business leadership with demonstrated capabilities and success
• ~ Offer an exciting opportunity to be part of something important, working with integrity on projects that matter, and making a difference in the communities in which we live

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Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $81,499.00 - $138,549.00 Texas Remote Office (TX99)