Senior Wetlands Lead & Project Manager (Hybrid)

Dudek; California; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudek seeks a full-time senior Biologist to join our Biological Resources team in Southern California. The role focuses on aquatic resource delineations and permitting, with field and office work across California offices.

As an employee-owner, you will mentor staff, manage projects from inception to completion, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver compliant environmental solutions while advancing Dudek's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science or related natural resources field.
• 12+ years of experience focusing on aquatic delineations and wetlands mapping boundaries.
• Expert knowledge of state and federal regulations related to Clean Water Act and CA laws.
• Willingness to travel throughout California, including overnight stays.
• Valid driver's license and personal auto insurance from day one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead aquatic resource delineations.
• Collect detailed field data in remote locations and varying weather.
• Prepare reports summarizing methods, results and recommendations.
• Prepare delineation reports and permit documents (CEQA/NEPA).
• Develop scopes of work and cost estimates for delineation work.
• Manage projects from inception to completion and mentor staff.
• Represent Dudek in agency meetings and public hearings as an expert.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

GPS mapping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ESRI FieldMaps

Job description

Dudek seeks a full-time senior Biologist to join our Biological Resources team in Southern California. The role focuses on aquatic resource delineations and permitting, with field and office work across California offices.

As an employee-owner, you will mentor staff, manage projects from inception to completion, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver compliant environmental solutions while advancing Dudek's mission.