Sr. Biologist / Project Manager

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG); Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with employer subsidy

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Fitness stipend

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) in Boise, Idaho, seeks a motivated Senior Biologist/Project Manager to join their Natural Resources Team. This role involves managing natural resources projects, leading field surveys, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science and significant experience in project management. ERG offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $90,000, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience as a Natural Resources Project Manager.
• Strong technical writing and QA/QC skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage Natural Resources scopes of work for projects.
• Supervise and coordinate field biologists.
• Ensure communication with stakeholders throughout project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Writing

Field Surveying

Team Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

BA/BS in Environmental Science or related discipline

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Job Summary

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) seeks a motivated and detail‑oriented Senior Biologist/Project Manager to join our Natural Resources Team. Responsibilities include developing and leading natural resources projects nationwide, leading field surveys for habitats, species, wetlands, invasive species, and compliance monitoring, and managing projects, proposals, and deliverables primarily through computer-based work.

Fieldwork Tasks

Physical exertion such as walking or climbing over wet, rough, uneven, and/or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, or reaching to observe, collect, and record field data. Some surveys require hiking several miles in a day, working in and around water, and accessing caves or other challenging topography.

Essential Functions

• Manage Natural Resources scopes of work for small to large projects
• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate field biologists
• Coordinate scopes, schedules, budgets and compliance monitoring programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Ensure effective communication with stakeholders to align on project goals and compliance requirements
• Provide guidance and technical direction to clients and team members throughout project execution
• Direct and review QA/QC processes, ensuring accuracy of daily logs, weekly, monthly, and annual compliance reports
• Maintain accountability for project deliverables, timelines, and quality standards
• Act with professionalism, respect, and responsibility in all interactions
• Display original thinking and creativity when appropriate; meet challenges with resourcefulness and generate innovative ideas
• Adhere to ERG's safety protocols and ethical standards in all activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• BA/BS in environmental science, biology, or a related discipline (required)
• Master's degree or higher (preferred)
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience as a Natural Resources Project Manager (required)
• 7+ years of demonstrated experience as a Natural Resources Project Manager (preferred)
• Strong technical writing and QA/QC skills for deliverable and proposal review and/or development (required)
• Proven ability to manage teams, coordinate with agencies, and maintain client relationships (required)
• Familiarity with biological resources, special‑status species, and permitting processes across multiple states (required)
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork up to 40% of the time, involving travel across the nation and overnight stays – travel expenses included (required)
• Active first aid/CPR training (preferred)

Benefits & Compensation

The pay range is $85,000 to $90,000 per year and includes ERG's full benefits package: health insurance with a generous employer subsidy, eleven paid holidays, paid time off, a fitness stipend, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution regardless of employee contribution, and more.

EEO Statement

ERG is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veteran statuses. ERG also participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify Program to ensure all employees hired are legally able to work in the United States.